Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago
Why did Shawshank Redemption tank despite that the test screening were the “best ever?” Yet it did amazing at home, on cable TV, and VHS rental.
Some think it was because of competition, others because the name was hard to remember, but the best theory is it’s a “guy cry” movie.
Hat tip to Margaret Heidenry of Vanity Fair with her great article and the guy cry theory.
Why did Shawshank Redemption tank despite that the test screening were the “best ever?” Yet it did amazing at home, on cable TV, and VHS rental.
Some think it was because of competition, others because the name was hard to remember, but the best theory is it’s a “guy cry” movie.
Hat tip to Margaret Heidenry of Vanity Fair with her great article and the guy cry theory.
