Escaping into Adventure: Celebrating the Legacy of Andy Dufresne
Andy Dufresne is a determined soul, channeling hope through adversity. With intellect as his weapon, he carves a path to freedom, transforming despair into resilience, and inspiring those around him with quiet strength and unwavering spirit.
Andy Dufresne Trivia
What type of prison was Andy Dufresne imprisoned in? (Easy)
#1: Alcatraz
#2: Shawshank
#3: Folsom
#4: Rikers Island
What is the name of the prison where Andy Dufresne was incarcerated? (Genius)
#1: Shawshank State Penitentiary
#2: Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary
#3: Folsom State Prison
#4: San Quentin State Prison
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Andy Dufresne Fun Facts
Andy Dufresne, portrayed by Tim Robbins in The Shawshank Redemption, famously escapes from prison by crawling through a sewer tunnel he created over 19 years using a rock hammer he received from the prison's library.
Andy Dufresne used his banking skills to help other inmates manage their finances, even setting up a profitable scheme for a boxing match.
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What is your favorite moment from The Shawshank Redemption?
Andy escapes from Shawshank
Red's parole hearing
The rooftop scene
The library transformation
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Who is your favorite character in The Shawshank Redemption?
Andy Dufresne
Ellis "Red" Redding
Norton
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