Short Biography

After being wrongly accused of murder, Andy DuFresne is sentenced to two life sentences in Shawshank Prison. Throughout the film, Andy makes friends and helps his fellow inmates with his talents as a banker and avid reader. Although it is not known to the audience, Andy is planning an escape from the prison which succeeds in the final scenes of the film. The final scene shows Andy and his fellow inmate and good friend, Red, meet up outside the prison walls. Red also plays a major role in the film as he encourages Andy to never give up hope and helps him accomplish many goals to make the prison better for the inamtes left behind. It can be assumed from the conclusion of the film that the two will remain good friends beyond Shawshank for many years.