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The Shining (1980)
Stephen King... again!
A cinematic gem for many, hated by others, including Stephen King, but the value of this adaptation is undeniable. A story that takes place on different levels, The Shining is as simple as the portrayal of what confinement causes in a person to the true hidden motives behind the evolution of the characters and their relationships with each other. Regardless of the above, it is a film that must be seen at least once in a lifetime and no doubt with each viewing we can find more hidden meanings (or perhaps not so much) within the film. As simple as one would like, it has fallen prey to many conspiracies surrounding the dramatized events as well as that intriguing final photograph. Whatever it is, Jack's performance, the setting and the sound mix manage to provoke that sense of mystery, suspense and ill omen at every second.
The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
My favorite movie!
It contains the best plot twist in the history of cinema. While we never heard from Tim Robbins again, or at least anything to top this performance, his portrayal of the banker accused of a crime he may not have committed is masterful. Morgan Freeman being Morgan Freeman since time immemorial; he is without a doubt the best counterpart there could be for the protagonist. And while Andy Dufresne's story is the central theme, Brooks' story is the one that most faithfully portrays that redemption and all that lies behind the rehabilitation of the prison system. One of Frank Darabont's best works, but under the protective mantle of Stephen King's book, which is always, or almost always, a guarantee.
Once Upon a Studio (2023)
Nostalgia at its best.
Nostalgia at its best.
Regardless of everything surrounding the studio, no one can deny that they were the characters that many of us grew up with... and continue to grow up with. Perhaps, no longer in the endearing way they once were, but Disney will always have a place there in our childhood. Teary eyes and "goosebumps" as we see them all reunited in that magnificent final shot. Finally, with each character appearance, it portrays the evolution of animation techniques in these 100 years. Great short film to accompany the celebration. Is it just me or is the interaction between Donald and the sloth from Zootopia the best part of the whole film?