5 classic movies that botched Bible verses
2. 'The Shawshank Redemption' (1994)
In both its title and plot, "The Shawshank Redemption" doesn’t shy away from biblical references throughout the Academy Award-nominated film.
Like "Carrie," "Shawshank" is based on another Stephen King novel about accountant Andy Dufresne (played by Tim Robbins), who is wrongly convicted of the murder of his wife.
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With biblical themes of redemption, hope and freedom, it’s understandable to see why the film resonates so much with believers.
However, it’s a quote seen in the prison warden’s office that could easily be mistaken for a Bible verse: "His judgment cometh, and that right soon."
While no such quote exists in the pages of Scripture, it does come close to Luke 18:8, which reads, “I tell you, he will give justice to them speedily. Nevertheless, when the Son of Man comes, will he find faith on earth?”
