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Forrest Gump

PG-13 Released Jul 6, 1994 2h 22m Comedy Drama TRAILER for List
76% Tomatometer 158 Reviews 95% Popcornmeter 250,000+ Ratings
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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Peter Bradshaw Guardian Forrest Gump is Hollywood film-making at its most corn-fed, sucrose-enriched and calorific; you’ll need a sweet tooth for it. Rated: 4/5 Jul 16, 2024 Full Review 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 Full Review 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 Full Review Cameron Meier MeierMovies.com Forrest was an ordinary man in extraordinary circumstances. Rated: 5/5 Mar 3, 2024 Full Review 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 Full Review 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 Full Review Read all reviews

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Bob D One of the most boring movie experiences ever. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 10/12/24 Full Review William B As a film buff, I had to watch this movie at one point or another. Finally, last July, I watched this movie with my grandfather and it's an absolute masterpiece. It might not have all the explosions and action you'd typically see, which is one thing that makes it stand out to me. This movie is the perfect mix of drama, great storytelling, action and comedy. The cinematography is amazing, for its time. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 10/11/24 Full Review Javier F One of the greatest films of all time. Beautifully written. Can watch over and over and still get emotional throughout the movie. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/10/24 Full Review Freddy M I loooove this film. The storytelling was perfect and Tom Hanks did an excellent job playing Gump. I recommend this movie to everyone. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/08/24 Full Review G.D. 0 Overrated crap. The worst is the atention it toke from so much beter movies. It is just an stupid movie. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 10/07/24 Full Review Bryhan Humberto G Sin duda alguna una de las mejores películas que pasará a la historia por su excelente historia,actores,giros de trama y calidad. No para de verla unas de mis películas favoritas. Maravillosa Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/29/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis 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).
Director
Robert Zemeckis
Producer
Wendy Finerman, Steve Starkey, Steve Tisch
Screenwriter
Winston Groom, Eric Roth
Distributor
Paramount Pictures
Production Co
Paramount Pictures, Wendy Finerman Productions, The Steve Tisch Company
Rating
PG-13
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jul 6, 1994, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 1, 2013
Box Office (Gross USA)
$330.3M
Runtime
2h 22m
Sound Mix
Surround, DTS, Dolby Digital, Stereo
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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