Forrest Gump

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Slow-witted Forrest Gump (Tom Hanks) has never thought of himself as disadvantaged, and thanks to his supportive mother (Sally Field), he leads anything but a restricted life. Whether dominating on the gridiron as a college football star, fighting in Vietnam or captaining a shrimp boat, Forrest inspires people with his childlike optimism. But one person Forrest cares about most may be the most difficult to save -- his childhood love, the sweet but troubled Jenny (Robin Wright).

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Tom Hanks' rigorously earnest performance keeps Forrest Gump sincere even when it gets glib with American history, making for a whimsical odyssey of debatable wisdom but undeniable heart.

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David Denby

New York Magazine/Vulture

Zemeckis has made a fast movie about a slow hero; he transforms Forrest's daffy misconceptions into lyrical flights. Forrest Gump has a softer, more delicate touch and a richer current of feeling than any of the other holy-innocent movies.

Mar 1, 2024

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Michael Medved

New York Post

Hanks' performance [is] a triumph of dignity, decency, and warm-hearted humor... Even more than his Oscar-winning achievement in Philadelphia, this is a role that will be remembered as long as people care about great acting.

Mar 1, 2024

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Harper Barnes

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Hanks never strikes a false note, never panders to his mentally slow character nor tries to make him more than he is, despite a script that occasionally calls on him to utter what presumably are intended to be simple profundities.

Mar 1, 2024

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Cameron Meier

MeierMovies.com

Forrest was an ordinary man in extraordinary circ*mstances.

Rated: 5/5

Mar 3, 2024

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Michael MacCambridge

Austin American-Statesman

What makes Forrest Gump a stunning triumph, a departure from the mediocre norm? A big reason is the way the film provides a fresh perspective on the familiar experience, through the eyes of its unforgettable protagonist.

Rated: 4/4

Mar 1, 2024

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Steve Persall

Tampa Bay Times

Forrest Gump isn't a movie for cynics. Instead, it's one of those rare films that seduces viewers into overlooking its faults with the sheer goodness of its heart.

Rated: A-

Mar 1, 2024

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Ryan B What more is there to say about this classic? Zemeckis’ directing is perfect here, so many moments through Forrest’s life, aligned with moments in history, work so well. Forrest feels like a wacky side character to the other characters in the tale which to me is a unique feeling when watching a movie and I loved it. Not to mention Hanks’ acting here is sublime once again. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/19/24 Full Review Alex L One of the best movie from the 90s. Unbelievable performance from Tom Hanks Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/14/24 Full Review Audience Member Great performance by Tom Hanks. Great story, music everything!! Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/12/24 Full Review Audience Member Never Has a Movie Made me CryExcept for this oneI Consider This My Favorite Movie. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/10/24 Full Review Max S Another incredible classic - a touching and well-thought-and-written drama starring Tom Hanks at his best (He won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his amazing portrayal of Gump). Forrest Gump tells the story of a mentally challenged man who achieves great things, all during a difficult time in America. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/08/24 Full Review Eugene B Momma always said Life was like some hidden Island. You never know what kid youre gonna get. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/07/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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Robert Zemeckis Director Tom Hanks Forrest Gump Robin Wright Jenny Curran Gary Sinise Lt. Dan Taylor Mykelti Williamson Pvt. Benjamin Buford "Bubba" Blue Sally Field Mrs. Gump

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Forrest Gump: Official Clip - Lt. Dan Makes His Peace