Small Things/Shawshank Redemption Flashcards

Flashcards covering key quotes and themes from 'Small Things' and 'Shawshank Redemption'.

Small Things Theme

The importance of helping one another and the moral implications of ignoring suffering.

Quote: 'He found himself asking was there any point in being alive without helping one another'

Reflects a character's contemplation on the meaning of life in the context of aiding others.

Quote: 'Not one person they met addressed Sarah or asked where he was taking her'

Highlights the indifference or avoidance of involvement by people when witnessing Sarah's situation.

Quote: 'If you want to get on in this life, there are things you have to ignore'

Illustrates a cynical viewpoint on success, implying that overlooking injustice is necessary for advancement.

Quote: 'It’s just that there’s so many nowadays, it’s no easy task to find a place for everyone'

Reflects the challenge of providing for a large number of people, possibly in the context of resources or aid.

Quote: 'Keep the enemy close, the bad dog with you and the good dog will not bite'

Proposes a strategy of keeping negative influences nearby to prevent harm from those who would otherwise be allies.

Shawshank Redemption Theme

Themes of hope, perseverance, and transformation through adversity.

Quote: 'Andy Dufresne, who crawled through a river of shit and came out clean on the other side'

Symbolizes Andy's arduous journey and eventual triumph over corruption and despair.

Quote: 'Put your trust in the Lord, your ass belong to me'

Highlights the manipulation and control exerted by authority figures within the prison setting.

Quote: 'On the outside, as an honest man, straight as an arrow, I had to come to prison to be a crook'

Indicates the corrupting influence of the prison system, forcing individuals to compromise their integrity.

Quote: 'I don’t like it here, I’m tired of being afraid all the time, I decided not to stay'

Expresses a character's desire for freedom and escape from the oppressive environment of the prison.