The Shawshank Redemption is a drama film directed by Frank Darabont. Based on a Stephen King novella, the film is a film about hope and perseverance.
"The speaker refers to The Shawshank Redemption as a film that initially bombed at the box office but found success on video and is now considered one of the best movies of all time. They are emphasizing how a film's initial failure doesn't dictate its ultimate legacy."