肖申克的救赎论文-肖申克的救赎相关论文（精选）.docx

○《 肖申克的救赎》中的救赎主题浅析An Analysis of the Theme of Redemption in The Shawshank RedemptionⅠ. IntroductionThe film The Shawshank Redemption which is adapted from the same name novel of Stephen King has left a deep impression on the people. From the title of the film, it is not difficult to see that the film is talking about the issue of redemption. Then whatis redemption? The Lord Jesus in The Gospel has provided a road to redemption for us. The so- called ― save ‖ is revealing the distress of human beings; s-coalled― redemption ‖ is that the way to achieve our goals. What the Christians are mostconcerned about is whether their sin can be pardoned and their souls can be saved or not. All those are vividly embodied in The Shawshank Redemption.The story begins with the trial of a young banker, Andy Dufrense, victimized by circumstantial evidence, resulting in a conviction for the murder of his wife and her lover. He is sentenced to two consecutive life sentences at Shawshank State Prison. He exists in this prison only in appearance, keeping his mind free from the drab walls around him. His ability to do this results in the gaining of respect from his fellowinmates. Andy ‘ s demeanor and undeniable sense of hope cause Red to take a deeperlook at himself, and the world around him. Andy proves to Red and the other inmates that in the conventional walls of Shawshank prison convention will find no home in his lifestyle. Andy keeps hope all the time. He spends twenty years to tunneling the wall, and then crawling five hundred yard to the beautiful new world. Through his own efforts, Andy not only escapes from the prison, but also saves a group of inmates.The film inspires us to love life and edifies us to think about the importance of living and not to lose ourselves. It also gives a positive force and the courage to face difficulties to us. It makes us to realize that ordinary life is valuable. In prison, Andy overcomes all the difficulties with his amazing determination during his progress.Why we can not afford the pain and suffering of life? The author holds that weshould never lose hope and dignity in anytime.People often get used to life. They are accustomed to the surrounding environment, from schools to the work environment, from social practice to family life. They have goals, but as the years go by the goals gradually faded, as they had been institutionalized. The Shawshank Redemption helps re-examine life and find the dreams again. Andy retrieves his freedom at last. Time and perseverance can help achieve everything. People should treat well with their own lives and realize the dreams!Ⅱ. The Origin and Connotation of RedemptionWhen the thought that every Christian is guilty and needs redemption has become a deep-rooted tradition which roots in every one living in the Christian culturebackground, the thinking about how to get redemption and what is the value of redemption to human beings is engaged actively.2.1 The OriginFirst, look at the title of the film ─The Shawshank Redemption. The term of “redemption ” originates in the Bible: “ Zion shall be redeemed with judgment; and her converts with righteousness. ”(Bible, 2000: 15)“Redemption is one of the most basic doctrines of Christianity. It means if peoplealways have the fear and faith towards God, they will surely get God ‘ s redemption. Christianity holds that because of the ancestors of human beings viol ate God ‘ s will,and therefore they are guilty persons. In order to ultimately acquire redemption of God, humans must repent in this life and keep a firm belief in God." (Maigelaen, 2003: 3)Christianity is a way of life, also a manifestation of values, ethics and cultural values. It influences profoundly all aspects of American life. Therefore, the secular meaning of this Christian doctrine has also been developed: only keeping faith, people can get hope, save themselves and the world, too.On the first day, Andy witnessed the rejection of the old prisoners, the cruelty of prison guards, and the hypocrisy of the warden. Just entered the door of Shawshank, Andy and the other new prisoners had become pawns in a bet and objects for fun by the old prisoners. From that moment, the new prisoners would be bullied. In the hallof the prison, the warden solemnly announced: ― I believe in two things: disciplineand the Bible. Here, you will receive both. Put your trust in the Lord. Your assbelongs to me. ‖ There isdnooubt that it is a warning to the new prisoners. There is nothing in the prison except obedience, not just operational, but also spiritual. Andy understood that they did not have the right to say no in the prison. When thewarden asked ― any questionsa‖sk,eodn: e― When do we eat? ‖ The warden stared athim and implied the prison guard, and then the prison guard walked over and roared:― You eat when we say you eat. You shit when we say you shit, and piss when。