Forrest Gump
Paramount Pictures | Release Date: July 6, 1994
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Giorgi751Dec 10, 2015
The root problem of this movie is the character payoff. We sense that loving the character is not enough, alas we have to respect him as well. Personally, I can remember myself having respect for the dumbest or the most wicked characters.The root problem of this movie is the character payoff. We sense that loving the character is not enough, alas we have to respect him as well. Personally, I can remember myself having respect for the dumbest or the most wicked characters. Certainly, there is a way of sentimentalizing a character who saves several lives in a shootout and loses a friend in his arms but when I’m watching a guy who does all this because his mind rings “Run Forrest, Run!”, my sentimentalism feels more like a wet dream.
I was jerked around all over as my sympathy was about to get milked at any minute, regardless of how preposterous the reason was. And, they succeeded damn well but after about an hour when the movie was finished I felt deceived. This may be a great movie, I’m not sure. But it definitely is the great (if not the greatest) manipulation.
One thing I really, just honestly don’t understand is the film’s stuborness about pedalling this so called simplicity of the main hero. Even in the most tearjerking scenes, Forrest seems totally disconnected, and he is.There was a movie called Awakenings, where characters were in lethargy and I can assume they actually couldn’t understand most of what was happening around. The diferrence is that in that movie the characters were in a center of our curious exploration and we gradually began to feel familiar with them on more fundamental level too. Unlike them Forrest Gump(could be Forrest Dumb) is a container of emptiness, something that keeps your attachment just as much as you are being involved overall. And still he sometimes gets to be the center of the drama here. This is the problem: the movie wants to sentimentalize him no matter what and is too greedy to admit that he’s above all a storytelling device. If the movie had chosen that ground of awareness, I wonder what would’ve been made of it.
Watching Forrest Gump is like experiencing those moments of euphoria when your mind is being overly selective about events in your life and everything seems to make sense. While, having finished watching it is like unfolding bitter truths about the same events, analyzing them more thoroughly and eventually understanding they were much less meaningful and much less uniquely related to each other than you thought.
So, does this mean Forrest Gump is about life? Yes, it does. More specifically, if somebody asked me what this film is about, I would say it is about false glimpses of one’s life. The creators of this movie know this but I suggest you not to get annoyed too much. Just take your time and consider everybody already knows what you have to say. After all, there must be kind of a challenge to make a movie that wins people’s admiration and makes them despise that very admiration.… Expand
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sashaCZ1Feb 8, 2017
An amazing movie. It is both a drama and a comedy at the same time. It made me cry and laugh multiple times. It is one of those movies that you have to see. 10/10
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aadityamudharApr 18, 2016
Good narration of the movie and an in depth feeling brought about in each character. The characters playing around had also been perfectly synchronized with Gump's life like Lt. Dan Taylor, a wonderful acting performance by Tom and Dan.
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EpicLadySpongeJan 20, 2016
Tom Hanks gave his all in Forrest Gump and it still works for him and his career. He manages to be the master of acting and not only that, the plot actually works from the book.
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TheMovieDoctorJan 7, 2016
Since its theatrical release in the summer of 1994, Forrest Gump has become one of those movies seemingly everyone is familiar with. It's a cultural touchstone with lines like "Life is a box of chocolates" appearing everywhere from tee-shirtsSince its theatrical release in the summer of 1994, Forrest Gump has become one of those movies seemingly everyone is familiar with. It's a cultural touchstone with lines like "Life is a box of chocolates" appearing everywhere from tee-shirts to greeting cards. The film's popularity was italicized by the way it rampaged through the 1995 Oscars, winning six awards (including the "big three" of Best Picture, Director, and Actor). Now, for its 20th anniversary, the decision has been made to do something Hollywood almost never does during the home video era: a big screen re-release.

How to get people into theaters to watch (or re-watch) Forrest run when it's a lot easier to do it at home? Enter the IMAX gimmick. Calling it anything less crass would be dishonest since there's no inherent reason why Forrest Gump should be bulked up for IMAX (or pseudo-IMAX, depending on how one views the smaller AMC version of the product). Still, commercial considerations aside, there's something majestic about watching this tall tale unfold on a larger screen than one can find in the average family room. The IMAX format is a nice way to entice some viewers to see the movie in a theater while maintaining the original composition.

The original review holds up today because, unlike some decades-old motion pictures, this one doesn't seem dated. It wears its age well. Here's what I wrote in 1994 when the movie was first released:

Ever find the grind of life getting you down? Is the day-to-day struggle threatening to drag you under? If so, there is a movie out there that can replenish your energy and refresh your outlook. Passionate and magical, Forrest Gump is a tonic for the weary of spirit. For those who feel that being set adrift in a season of action movies is like wandering into a desert, the oasis lies ahead.

Back when Tom Hanks' movie career was relatively new, the actor made a film called Big, which told the story of a young boy forced to grow up fast as a result of an ill-advised wish made at a carnival. In some ways, Forrest Gump represents a return to the themes of that earlier movie. In this case, the main character remains a child in heart and spirit, even as his body grows to maturity. Hanks is called upon yet again to play the innocent.

Through the miracle of visual effects, Forrest meets his fair share of famous people - George Wallace, Presidents Kennedy, Johnson, and Nixon, and John Lennon. While mixing the real footage of these notables with new images featuring Hanks is not a seamless process, the result is nevertheless effective. (This is a precursor of what would become commonplace in future films as the effects work employed here became refined.)

Forrest Gump has several messages, few of which require much digging into the subtext to unearth. The most frequently recurring theme is an admonition not to give up on life. Why surrender when you don't know what lies ahead? By contrasting Forrest's life with the lives of those around him, and by showing how the passage of time brings solace to even the most embittered hearts, the movie underlines this point.

Tom Hanks won 1994's Academy Award for Philadelphia, but his performance here is more nuanced. [With Forrest Gump, he would become only the second man to win back-to-back Lead Actor Oscars, joining Spencer Tracy.] The Alabama accent may seem a little awkward at first, but it doesn't take long for the acting to dwarf the twang. Hanks fashions a human character free of guile and deceit, and barely able to comprehend a concept like evil. Robin Wright gives the best performance of her career, surpassing what she accomplished in The Playboys. Looking and seeming like a younger Jessica Lange, she is believable as the object of Forrest's undying affection. The scene-stealer, however, is Gary Sinise. A renowned stage director and actor, Sinise is probably best known to film-goers (to the extent that he is known at all) for his portrayal of George in 1992's Of Mice and Men (which he also directed). In this movie, his portrayal of Lieutenant Dan Taylor is riveting. The passion and pain he brings to the middle portions of Forrest Gump hold together some of the film's weaker moments.

The soundtrack boasts a variety of sounds of the era - perhaps too wide a variety. Often, music can be useful in establishing a mood, but Forrest Gump rockets into the realm of overkill. There are sequences when the choice of song is inspired (the use of "Running on Empty" for Forrest's "long run" comes to mind), but the soundtrack could have used a little pruning. There are times when it seems as much designed to sell CDs as to cement the setting.

Ultimately, however, any such gripes about Forrest Gump are minor. This is a marvelous motion picture -- a mint julep on a hot summer's afternoon.… Expand
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PachekoviskMar 16, 2016
EXCELLENT
It's one of my favorite movies of all time. It's a movie that I can watch multiple times and never get tired of it. It has it's dumb moments but they are so little compared to the rest of the movie.
I know some people don't likeEXCELLENT
It's one of my favorite movies of all time. It's a movie that I can watch multiple times and never get tired of it. It has it's dumb moments but they are so little compared to the rest of the movie.
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FuturedirectorMar 13, 2016
One of America's most important and masterful films. The audience may never forget its characters, the direction cannot be compared, the script is unable to be described by words. At the end, Forrest Gump offers a breathtaking conclusion toOne of America's most important and masterful films. The audience may never forget its characters, the direction cannot be compared, the script is unable to be described by words. At the end, Forrest Gump offers a breathtaking conclusion to viewers of every day.… Expand
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MovieMasterEdMar 22, 2016
A picaresque story of a simpleton’s charmed odyssey through 30 years of tumultuous American history, “Forrest Gump” is whimsy with a strong cultural spine. Elegantly made and winningly acted by Tom Hanks in his first outing since hisA picaresque story of a simpleton’s charmed odyssey through 30 years of tumultuous American history, “Forrest Gump” is whimsy with a strong cultural spine. Elegantly made and winningly acted by Tom Hanks in his first outing since his Oscar-winning “Philadelphia” performance, Robert Zemeckis’ technically dazzling new film is also shrewdly packaged to hit baby boomers where they live. Pic offers up a non-stop barrage of emotional and iconographic identification points that will make the postwar generation feel they’re seeing their lives passing by onscreen. Paramount’s target audience is obvious, and boffo B.O. should ensue.

In a part Dustin Hoffman might once have killed for, Hanks plays a kind of semi-imbecile whose very blankness makes him an ideal audience prism through which many of the key events of the ’50s through early ’80s can be viewed. Lacking any ideology or analytical powers, Gump is the immutable innocent moving in a state of grace through a nation in the process of losing its innocence, an Everyman who acts instinctively in an age defined by political divisiveness.

Although hard to pigeonhole, the picture unavoidably recalls the idiot-savant classic “Being There,” and significantly resembles “The World According to Garp” in tone. Most often mentioned, however, will be its similarity to Woody Allen’s “Zelig,” as some of the biggest laughs stem from wizardly interpolations of the Gump character into newsreel and TV footage of several U.S. presidents and other leading figures.

As Gump narrates his story to a succession of listeners at a Savannah, Ga., bus stop, a most curious life is revealed in evocative, often jokey flashbacks. Gump is raised in an old plantation mansion, now a boarding house, by his abandoned mother (Sally Field), who tells the boy that he’s no different from anyone else despite his 75 I.Q. Outfitted with leg braces and shunned by other boys, young Forrest finds his only friend in a beautiful little girl, Jenny, herself the victim of abuse at home.

Once Forrest, in a startling scene, literally breaks free of his leg shackles, he becomes “a running fool,” darting about wherever he goes at terrific speed. Even though he doesn’t understand the rules, he becomes a star running back on the high school and college football teams, and it’s at the U. of Alabama that the grown-up Forrest has his first date with destiny, as a dopey-looking bystander next to Gov. George Wallace as the first black students are admitted through the school’s doors.

After another encounter, with JFK, Forrest heads for Vietnam, where his dim-wittedness makes him the ideal Army soldier. On the way, he meets Bubba Blue (Mykelti Williamson), another not especially swift fellow who’s like Forrest’s black brother, a man whose dreams of a shrimping life give Forrest something to aspire to once they’re back.

After an intense battle, Forrest saves the lives of several men, including his commanding officer, Lt. Dan (Gary Sinise), who nonetheless loses his legs, and Forrest returns home to receive the Medal of Honor from LBJ and have a chance reunion with Jenny (Robin Wright), who’s become a camp follower of SDS and Black Panther types.

Through it all, Forrest retains his love and idealized image of Jenny. She, however, indulges in the try-it-all excesses of the era, becoming a stripper, hippie, activist, druggie and more. Jenny keeps popping into Forrest’s life at intervals, never quite ready to settle for his unquestioning love until it’s almost too late.

Meanwhile, Forrest’s eventful life comes to embrace a stint as a champ ping-pong player, a down-and-out period with Lt. Dan in New York, a hilarious key role in the Watergate saga, amazing success as a shrimp boat captain, the resumption of his life as a runner, which sees him become a sort of mystical guru figure to the jogging set, and finally the unexpected arrival of fatherhood.

In covering so much ground, literally and figuratively, Eric Roth’s intelligently structured, finely tuned screenplay also serves up innumerable cultural touchstones that will have most viewers in the 30-50 age range melting in recognition. Main themes here have to do with the impulse to recapture the past; the wish to return to one’s childhood, or at least the site of it; the desire to fulfill your life with your original true love; the need to refashion the simple feeling of homeafter many aimless years; and assuming the responsibilities of parenthood after much delay.

Just short of 2 1/2 hours, pic is a bit indulgent, long and excessive at times, but this is more than compensated for by its humor and sharp-witted storytelling. For the minority of nay-sayers the film will encounter, pic’s key problem will be its preoccupation with lost innocence and certain other self-centered hang-ups.… Expand
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CaillouPettisMay 17, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My momma always said life is like a box of chocolates.

Forrest Gump is a movie I remember my parents watching when I was a kid, and them telling me that I should watch it someday. When I was a kid, I remember not caring about the movie, thinking it was boring because there was no superheroes in it. Yesterday night was my first authentic viewing experience of this movie for me.

After watching this movie, I was blown away completely with this film. Everything about it is truly phenomenal, especially Tom Hanks’ performance as the titular Forrest Gump. The director (Robert Zemeckis) attempts to make you care about Forrest throughout the movie, and I cared a ton. There wasn’t a single scene in which I didn’t care about Forrest because his character actually felt like a person, and not an actor.

Something this movie does so brilliantly is making you feel like you are a part of Forrest Gump’s life and world. Whenever Forrest is explaining how much he misses his crush Jenny, you feel sorry for him, and when he tells his other stories, you get so invested in them, because they feel like they actually happened.

Jenny plays a big part of the movie, and to Forrest. Forrest has known Jenny ever since he was a little kid, and the more he gets to know her, the more he thinks he truly loves her. Throughout the movie, there are a few scenes in which he explains to Jenny that he loves her, and at one point even asks her to marry him. Mostly every time Forrest expresses his love for Jenny, she rejects him, and you truly do feel sympathy for Forrest.

Speaking of which, this movie is incredibly emotional. I almost cried three times during the duration of this movie, which is something rare for me to do. I almost never cry at movies, but this movie almost got me. Certain things happen like his best friend dying, and other instances that happen in Forrest’s life and they all make you feel sad too, because you do care about Forrest and the people around him.

Forrest Gump is not just an amazing Tom Hanks movie, but it truly is a masterpiece of 1994.… Expand
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FilmClubMar 27, 2016
A picaresque story of a simpleton’s charmed odyssey through 30 years of tumultuous American history, “Forrest Gump” is whimsy with a strong cultural spine. Elegantly made and winningly acted by Tom Hanks in his first outing since hisA picaresque story of a simpleton’s charmed odyssey through 30 years of tumultuous American history, “Forrest Gump” is whimsy with a strong cultural spine. Elegantly made and winningly acted by Tom Hanks in his first outing since his Oscar-winning “Philadelphia” performance, Robert Zemeckis’ technically dazzling new film is also shrewdly packaged to hit baby boomers where they live. Pic offers up a non-stop barrage of emotional and iconographic identification points that will make the postwar generation feel they’re seeing their lives passing by onscreen.

In a part Dustin Hoffman might once have killed for, Hanks plays a kind of semi-imbecile whose very blankness makes him an ideal audience prism through which many of the key events of the ’50s through early ’80s can be viewed. Lacking any ideology or analytical powers, Gump is the immutable innocent moving in a state of grace through a nation in the process of losing its innocence, an Everyman who acts instinctively in an age defined by political divisiveness.

As Gump narrates his story to a succession of listeners at a Savannah, Ga., bus stop, a most curious life is revealed in evocative, often jokey flashbacks. Gump is raised in an old plantation mansion, now a boarding house, by his abandoned mother (Sally Field), who tells the boy that he’s no different from anyone else despite his 75 I.Q. Outfitted with leg braces and shunned by other boys, young Forrest finds his only friend in a beautiful little girl, Jenny, herself the victim of abuse at home.

Once Forrest, in a startling scene, literally breaks free of his leg shackles, he becomes “a running fool,” darting about wherever he goes at terrific speed. Even though he doesn’t understand the rules, he becomes a star running back on the high school and college football teams, and it’s at the U. of Alabama that the grown-up Forrest has his first date with destiny, as a dopey-looking bystander next to Gov. George Wallace as the first black students are admitted through the school’s doors.

After another encounter, with JFK, Forrest heads for Vietnam, where his dim-wittedness makes him the ideal Army soldier. On the way, he meets Bubba Blue (Mykelti Williamson), another not especially swift fellow who’s like Forrest’s black brother, a man whose dreams of a shrimping life give Forrest something to aspire to once they’re back.

After an intense battle, Forrest saves the lives of several men, including his commanding officer, Lt. Dan (Gary Sinise), who nonetheless loses his legs, and Forrest returns home to receive the Medal of Honor from LBJ and have a chance reunion with Jenny (Robin Wright), who’s become a camp follower of SDS and Black Panther types.

Through it all, Forrest retains his love and idealized image of Jenny. She, however, indulges in the try-it-all excesses of the era, becoming a stripper, hippie, activist, druggie and more. Jenny keeps popping into Forrest’s life at intervals, never quite ready to settle for his unquestioning love until it’s almost too late.

Meanwhile, Forrest’s eventful life comes to embrace a stint as a champ ping-pong player, a down-and-out period with Lt. Dan in New York, a hilarious key role in the Watergate saga, amazing success as a shrimp boat captain, the resumption of his life as a runner, which sees him become a sort of mystical guru figure to the jogging set, and finally the unexpected arrival of fatherhood.

In covering so much ground, literally and figuratively, Eric Roth’s intelligently structured, finely tuned screenplay also serves up innumerable cultural touchstones that will have most viewers in the 30-50 age range melting in recognition. Main themes here have to do with the impulse to recapture the past; the wish to return to one’s childhood, or at least the site of it; the desire to fulfill your life with your original true love; the need to refashion the simple feeling of homeafter many aimless years; and assuming the responsibilities of parenthood after much delay.

At just short of 2 1/2 hours, pic is a bit indulgent, long and excessive at times, but this is more than compensated for by its humor and sharp-witted storytelling. Pic is weakest in the Forrest-Jenny relationship; the characters have nothing but their childhood connection going for them.On the other hand, Gump reps another career triumph for Hanks after his Oscar turn. In the key supporting roles, Sinise and Williamson are excellent, while Field pops up as Forrest’s loving mom at the beginning and near the end.

The film has been very well worked out on all levels and Zemeckis’ direction is supple, and in this instance he has well balanced his long-term interest in technical matters with concern over performance and content. From the extraordinary, descending opening shot on through a vivid ground-level Vietnam firestorm and the documentary facsimiles, the film is a superior example of Hollywood craftsmanship.… Expand
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Muskrat147Oct 6, 2016
Incredibly thought provoking, Forrest Gump beautifully adapts its source material, and Tom Hanks' performance, as well as an intelligent script, allow the film to bring forth many emotional moments.
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MasterRileyAug 24, 2019
Forrest Gump is such a beautiful film that teaches you so much about life. Forrest as a character, through the writing and Tom Hanks exceptional performance is an awkward yet endearing person that everyone should strive to be more like. TheForrest Gump is such a beautiful film that teaches you so much about life. Forrest as a character, through the writing and Tom Hanks exceptional performance is an awkward yet endearing person that everyone should strive to be more like. The movie skips through various chapters in his life as he lives through the 60s and 70s, grows up through school, makes a friend, goes to college, fights in the Vietnam War, and so on. Through these different chapters in his life we get to see how Forrest views the world differently than most people. He is a very kind and optimistic person and often by helping and being kind to others he is able to inspire them to change. It is a movie honestly everyone should see, no matter your age, it is never too early or too late to watch this film.… Expand
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reviewfrom19842Aug 10, 2016
Amazing movie tom hanks at his best...................................................................................................................
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HuelBAug 10, 2016
A very good display by Tom Hanks in this brilliant movie, the way he portrays a man with a disability with such excellence all while maintaining a great portrayall of the character Forrest, Forrest Gump.
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MiqhtJul 17, 2018
You will either love it or hate it. This film essentially portrays the "American Dream".
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josephobrienSep 11, 2016
If you're looking for a movie that will make you laugh, cry, and think all together, look no further than Forrest Gump. Tom Hanks captures the audience with his empathetic tone in his heartwarming tales of his past. His relationship with bothIf you're looking for a movie that will make you laugh, cry, and think all together, look no further than Forrest Gump. Tom Hanks captures the audience with his empathetic tone in his heartwarming tales of his past. His relationship with both his longtime friend Jenny seems to bring him to the very bench where he waits for the bus to be reunited with her, while meeting some patient listeners along the way. This sweet story will leave you thinking about your fragile life, and how truly precious it is.… Expand
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KanNiosOct 26, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is one of my most beloved movies. Just simple story about the simple guy and simple life. Surely to viewing. Famous director, fomous actor and everything is best in this movie.… Expand
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ZerpnosMar 5, 2017
İnsanların öve öve bitiremediği film. Nedense bende o kadar etki uyandırmadı ve fazla duygu hissettiremedi. İzlerken sıkılmadığım fakat fazla etki bırakmayan bir film olarak bu puanı yeterli buluyorum.
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maAssassinMay 5, 2017
Forrest Gump.. The most succesfull,sympathetic,brave and kind-hearthed character on TV's.. I want to thank you Tom Hanks for acting this character.. Awsome movie. just a delicious movie.
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Vidods6Dec 25, 2017
In my opinion, this is the best movie ever made. It is comedy, tragedy, war, drama, action, romance and one hell of a journey through life. Also one of the greatest actors ever, Tom Hanks is brilliant and totally deserves more than just oscar.
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FilipeNetoFeb 12, 2018
True love never dies.

This film brings us the story of Forrest Gump (Tom Hanks), a southern young man with a little mental retardation that, despite don't allow him to be the top in his class, cannot deprive him of the innate goodness thatTrue love never dies.

This film brings us the story of Forrest Gump (Tom Hanks), a southern young man with a little mental retardation that, despite don't allow him to be the top in his class, cannot deprive him of the innate goodness that brings in his heart. Owner of a large sympathy and gentleness, maintains an imperishable love for Jenny (Robin Wright), a childhood friend who will lead a very different life from his. Directed by Robert Zemeckis, features Eric Roth's script based on a novel by Winston Groom.

This is perhaps one of the most moving films of the nineties, and a turning point in Tom Hanks' career, which entered its maturity phase, already visible in the film who filmed before this one ("Philadelfia"). And it's very difficult not to feel an immediate empathy for his character, which constantly shows great kindness and sympathy towards all. Forrest, always running, will watch and even take part in many important moments in the recent history of America without, however, set aside his goodness. It's like he passed through life but remained so pure that worldly vices couldn't affect him. Jenny, his love, will follow a different path that will determine the fate of the link between both.

A love can last forever, even without seeing the beloved? Can a person live a love that is pure and without malice? This film is especially dedicated to those who still believe in that.… Expand
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merijnjFeb 21, 2018
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A fun and feel good movie that still entertains me after watching it numerous times.
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NinteundoApr 21, 2018
it's concept is fairly simple but the way it's executed makes it a masterpiece.
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QuintonKnightMar 4, 2019
This is my favorite movie of all time. It is perfect. No complaints once or ever. The acting is amazing and the story even better.
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MTawhid7Feb 23, 2019
You will not feel bored while watching this film which is common in many movies. It is full of humour and life lessons. The visuals are great and some of it's scene will be memorable to me for lifetime. I have lots of memories with thisYou will not feel bored while watching this film which is common in many movies. It is full of humour and life lessons. The visuals are great and some of it's scene will be memorable to me for lifetime. I have lots of memories with this movie. It makes me happy when I feel depressed in this complicated modern world. Many people will find this movie as "not a good one" but to me it's my most favourite one. If you have any free time you can watch this movie. It can bring you happiness. Thanks a lot for reading my review.… Expand
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TomtagApr 14, 2019
Forrest Gump is one of the best American dramas I have evrr seen. The way Tom Hanks played this character makes us wanna cry and he was perfect for the role. The story was a mixture of heart, humor and more making it one of the best choice ofForrest Gump is one of the best American dramas I have evrr seen. The way Tom Hanks played this character makes us wanna cry and he was perfect for the role. The story was a mixture of heart, humor and more making it one of the best choice of the Oscar's best pictures.… Expand
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FarhankkzJun 13, 2019
That's an awsome movie. A great inspiration movie. That movie is about a man who are a childish. But he gained success in his life.
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mandrake88Jul 2, 2019
Though the complete story is about the concept of bliss through ignorance, it gives us a clear message that we perhaps over-complicate and over-think our lives. There is too much prejudice and a fear of consequences living in us as we driftThough the complete story is about the concept of bliss through ignorance, it gives us a clear message that we perhaps over-complicate and over-think our lives. There is too much prejudice and a fear of consequences living in us as we drift through life. Forrest was maybe way to naive for my taste, but i enjoyed how the story was put together.… Expand
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DiptanshuSep 20, 2019
A masterpiece great cinamatography great acting just everything great a must watch
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DanicaG.Jan 13, 2008
One of my favorite movies of all time! What an amazing story that is told which displays all of the joys, pains, and victories that Forrest's character has encountered throughout his life. What a beautiful story, one that I can watch One of my favorite movies of all time! What an amazing story that is told which displays all of the joys, pains, and victories that Forrest's character has encountered throughout his life. What a beautiful story, one that I can watch over and over again. You really feel connected with Forrest's character.… Expand
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RossO.Nov 21, 2007
Has every element of a perfect film. Even Hitler would have melted at this.
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PierreC.Dec 3, 2007
When I rate a movie, I try to imagine the best possible scenario for that movie. Everything from the acting (e.g. Tom Hanks) to the cinematography was spectacular. I could honestly not imagine it done differently. It's an inspirational When I rate a movie, I try to imagine the best possible scenario for that movie. Everything from the acting (e.g. Tom Hanks) to the cinematography was spectacular. I could honestly not imagine it done differently. It's an inspirational and captivating film that everyone should watch in their lifetime. Pure gold!… Expand
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AlexJun 1, 2008
One of, if not the most inspiring movie I have ever seen. Has everything you could ask for from a film and more.
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MikeJ.Dec 17, 2007
I think that the people who dont like this movie arent really watching it like they should be. this movie brings together so much of what makes America, America. we have liberals and conservatives, good and bad, black and white, innocents I think that the people who dont like this movie arent really watching it like they should be. this movie brings together so much of what makes America, America. we have liberals and conservatives, good and bad, black and white, innocents and guilt, and that is what makes us who we are. by seeing our world through these views we find out who we are and what we believe in. so, if you don't like this movie, try watching it one more time and look for a deeper meaning.… Expand
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EdgarSep 22, 2007
its a really cool movie very entertaining, Forrest is a cool guy and the lieutenant Dan gives a fun touch to the movie
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AlmasI.Aug 22, 2007
This movie is amazing. I want to watch it again and again. One of the best movies what a mankind ever done.
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MovieLonely94Sep 5, 2011
It is very easy to understand that I haven't read the novel in which this film was based on, but that doesn't take away anything about how much I liked this film.

I liked the whole story about Forrest Gump's life as it revolves around himIt is very easy to understand that I haven't read the novel in which this film was based on, but that doesn't take away anything about how much I liked this film.

I liked the whole story about Forrest Gump's life as it revolves around him and his personalities which makes it one of the best ones yet.

I'm telling you, this film is not only one of the finest movies ever made, but one of the greatest masterpieces of all time with great comedy, a very nice concept, amazing emotional sad moments, good development, and Tom Hanks' wonderful performance. Thumbs up from me.

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nicholas_danielDec 27, 2011
People often mistake nostalgia for sentimentality, as is the case with Forrest Gump, which exudes nostalgia. It is also easy for the cynic to scoff at the manipulative innocence of such a character as Forrest Gump. However, its effectivenessPeople often mistake nostalgia for sentimentality, as is the case with Forrest Gump, which exudes nostalgia. It is also easy for the cynic to scoff at the manipulative innocence of such a character as Forrest Gump. However, its effectiveness is undeniable. Forrest overturns every cornerstone in modern American history and allows us to rediscover what a wonder it was to live in 20th century America. All the while, Forrest takes no sides, judges no one, and holds no grudges. Of course, this does not make him a saint, because he appears to not have the mental capacity for such actions. Consequentially, he only has the capacity to see things in terms of those he loves rather than those he hates. Ideologically, he is a simpleton, but can anyone argue with the tangible results? Half of the comedic irony lies in the fact the he survives and lives to tell his story, with no regrets, despite being "slow". The films power lies in notions of right and wrong. In that regard, Forrest is a reflection of those he loves, namely Jenny and his Momma, and they are the ones who influence him. Because those who influence him are benevolent, he turns out to be what we all wish we could be; a lover rather than a hater, candidly honest rather than a liar, all the time. It's tough to imagine a world where everyone always chooses the alternative to malevolent hatred and deception. Whether out of pure righteousness, or because his "Momma" told him, Forrest gives us a glimpse of at least a microcosm of that world through his actions, and it is an experience I will never forget.… Expand
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StefanH.Mar 8, 2006
Just the very best movie ever made, apart from "The Godfather". Everybody rating it below 10 is not capable of understanding this movie.
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AnshuR.Oct 28, 2007
it will be a sin to vote this movie any less than 10. Forrest Gump is a character any man on this earth can relate to. its a masterpiece of mankind's creation. there is not a single moment you will feel that you want to have a break it will be a sin to vote this movie any less than 10. Forrest Gump is a character any man on this earth can relate to. its a masterpiece of mankind's creation. there is not a single moment you will feel that you want to have a break while watching the movie. its filled with emotions, stupidity with humor and it touches the viewer's souls.… Expand
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CassieT.Jul 9, 2007
A great film. Forrest Gump's childlike attitude all through life is refreshing and funny 10/10 all the way
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bananasquareJul 10, 2008
Tom hanks has performed unspeakably well!
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One_SIC_Ma666otAug 4, 2011
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L0stR3negadeJan 23, 2011
Great movie in every way from the actors to the story and the meaning behind the whole thing... A movie deffenatly worth watching if you havent yet...
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Jim222001Oct 11, 2014
It's pretty disrespectful that when this Best Picture was released in theaters recently; critics chose hate on it and put it down to 71% good reviews. No way is Forrest Gump a bad movie. It's a classic about just being yourself and how yourIt's pretty disrespectful that when this Best Picture was released in theaters recently; critics chose hate on it and put it down to 71% good reviews. No way is Forrest Gump a bad movie. It's a classic about just being yourself and how your actions make you stupid; not the size of your IQ.… Expand
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RainbowDenixAug 5, 2016
Этот фильм шедевр, у него хороший сюжет, хорошая игра актеров и отличная режиссура. Роберт Земекис — гениальный режиссер у него полно хороших фильмов такие как: трилогия «Назад в будущие», «Смерть ей к лицу», «Изгой», «Кто подставил кроликаЭтот фильм шедевр, у него хороший сюжет, хорошая игра актеров и отличная режиссура. Роберт Земекис — гениальный режиссер у него полно хороших фильмов такие как: трилогия «Назад в будущие», «Смерть ей к лицу», «Изгой», «Кто подставил кролика Роджера» и само собой «Форрест Гамп». В фильме много жанров: драма, мелодрама, фэнтези, исторический, военный.

В фильме полно исторических моментов и было много исторических личностей например: Джон Кеннеди, Ричард Никсон, Джон Леннон, Элвис Пресли. Сам Форрест уникальный персонаж, в фильме он был чемпионом по футболу, ветераном войны, хозяином компании по ловле креветок, миллионером газонокосильщиком. Форрест не умный и наивный, но добрый, честный и благородный, да и его слова простые и наивные, но за душу берут. Форреста сыграл гениальный актер Том Хэнкс и сыграл его отлично.

Люди вроде-бо с нормальным умом, но за доброго, честного человека считают за тупого идиота. Фильм философский, он показывает то что жизнь может быть увлекательной, что в жизни бывают и взлеты и падения, грустные и веселые моменты в жизни.

Фильм шедевр, посмотрите «Форрест Гамп» и вы это поймете… Expand
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ToniCOct 12, 2005
This movie is so good that I nearly know the whole movie, and its only good movies that I ever remember.
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ERG1008Aug 24, 2010
Weird bloke at a bus stop relays his story to other people waiting by a series of flashbacks.
Very tongue-in-cheek piss take of American history & goes for the sentimental jugular throughout the film.
Tom Hanks & Robin Wright are good & theWeird bloke at a bus stop relays his story to other people waiting by a series of flashbacks.
Very tongue-in-cheek piss take of American history & goes for the sentimental jugular throughout the film.
Tom Hanks & Robin Wright are good & the soundtrack is decent despite being a bit obvious.
Also seems like Gump has a bit of curse with him as most people he meets tend to die!
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drlowdonMay 24, 2013
Forrest Gump is without doubt my favourite movie of all time. I am rarely one to watch a film more than once but I must have now seen Forrest Gump at least 5 or 6 times over the years. Tom Hanks is at his brilliant best as the title characterForrest Gump is without doubt my favourite movie of all time. I am rarely one to watch a film more than once but I must have now seen Forrest Gump at least 5 or 6 times over the years. Tom Hanks is at his brilliant best as the title character and it is a credit to the rest of the cast that they are not completely overshadowed by his performance.

At times this movie is able to make you laugh one minute and almost cry the next ("I miss you Jenny").

A must see.… Expand
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BookmasterOct 3, 2011
You will cry tears of sadness. Tears of depression. Tears of hope. Tears of joy. Tears of optimism.. you will cry every possible way your tear ducts can cause, can make, and will do... God bless you Gump.. you lovable idiot..
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cameronmorewoodNov 9, 2012
One of the most heartfelt, warm spirited, and touching American movies ever made.
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SEROJJun 2, 2013
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie is really meaningful! It has all the american history of 20th century in it! For me it was more comedy. But trust me, "Forrest Gump" could be a lot better! Why that girl broke up with him 4 times? Why during his speech about the war in Vietnam, some guy plugged out the cables? I thought he realized something and was going to say a great speech, when he turned around after he ran million miles! And my biggest question is why this movie has won 6 oscars? I think it's a good movie, but i really believe it's overrated and if you're wondering to watch it or not, let me warn you. This movie is philosophical! "Forrest Gump" is really smart movie, but my personal score is 5/10, because i wasn't impressed from what i saw.… Expand
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voidersApr 30, 2013
My favorite movie ever! Its simple, beautiful, happy, sad... Every thing together.
The story show how life cam be complex and simple at same time, i like it. I have fun with this movie.
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KyleSApr 13, 2014
The very definition of epic. This is the greatest movie of all time in my opinion. It has everything, comedy, romance, tragedy, and spans the globe in this epic fiction tale that ties in with real world events. The music has to be the best inThe very definition of epic. This is the greatest movie of all time in my opinion. It has everything, comedy, romance, tragedy, and spans the globe in this epic fiction tale that ties in with real world events. The music has to be the best in any movie ever. It's moral is great too, it's about a man who wasn't given anything and had to fight for everything. He came from almost nothing and became the most influential and morally upright person ever born. He is everything I wish I could be, the greatest man to ever walk to the Earth. The Dos Equis guy doesn't have anything on Forrest Gump. Forrest is the most interesting man in the world, just ask the people at that bus stop. I've seen the movie at least a dozen times and I still cry when his Momma dies, when Bubba dies, and when Jenny dies and he's at her grave talking about their son. I don't understand why this movie is so low on the rating scale. It's much better than pulp fiction and better than Shawshank Redemption. I read a review where some guy said those movies are way better and I almost laughed.… Expand
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dkg822Aug 5, 2015
‘Forrest Gump’ is a strange movie as the movie itself underwhelmed me, however, the performance of Tom Hanks as the protagonist ‘Forrest Gump’ overwhelmed me. Seriously hyped and known to be one of the finest movies ever made, ‘Forrest Gump’‘Forrest Gump’ is a strange movie as the movie itself underwhelmed me, however, the performance of Tom Hanks as the protagonist ‘Forrest Gump’ overwhelmed me. Seriously hyped and known to be one of the finest movies ever made, ‘Forrest Gump’ certainly failed to create that big an impact on me. I felt that the movie, at best, was a sentimental fantasy of a very likable protagonist. The movie was far from perfect for me. The major flaw for me was that it was the movie was largely predictable and over sentimental at times. Some of the dialogue was so predictable that I cringed every time I got to hear it. Some of the moments in the movie are supposed to be ‘magical’ and direction makes sure they really do seem over dramatic which also kind of bothered me. As likable as the protagonist was, at times, ‘Gump’ himself felt rather invincible which made me worry a little less about him as a character. The other problem with the movie was that it was way too long and disengaged during several parts of it run time. This is also because at times the movie seemed a bit repetitive. Barring these problems, the movie works because of its performance ‘Tom Hanks’ that stands over the movie’s flaws and the movies occasional moments of genuine emotion shared between Hank’s and Wright’s character. In fact, the movie, for me, would have benefitted way more if it had focused more on the love story between its 2 central characters and focused more on Gump’s relationship with his mother. However, I still was amused by the occasional eccentric and funny dialogue delivered to perfection by Hanks and him chemistry with his mom and love. ‘Field’ as ‘Mrs. Gump’ is endearing and loving in a limited role and shares great moments with ‘Forrest Gump’. ‘Sinise’ is good and makes an impact as ‘Dan’ but his relationship with ‘Gump’ did not strike me emotionally too much. He did, however, add the occasional humor and I did sympathize with his condition at times. ‘Wright’ is perfectly cast as ‘Jenny’ and evokes all types of emotions perfectly. I felt bad for her, hated her at times, did not understand her and ultimately adored her because she made a rather weak character very strong through her acting. Ultimately, however, it is ‘Tom Hanks’ as ‘Forrest Gump’ who actually kept me invested in the movie throughout. I felt that it was one of the best performances I have seen by any actor in a long time and one that really rose above all the flaws of the movie and really overwhelmed me. ‘Hank’ perfectly plays ‘Gump’ in a way that he absolutely becomes the character and truly deserved the Oscar for it.
Overall, ‘Forrest Gump’ is ‘Tom Hank’s’ triumph as an actor because he truly keeps an ordinary film going. I was clearly underwhelmed by the movie because of its duration, over sentimentality and predictability, however, would still recommend it for its magnificent performances and genuine likability.… Expand
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YorkManMay 19, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ah, a look back over 30 years of American history through the eyes of a somewhat retarded individual is so overtly romanticised and with so much 'apple pie' about it, that I've never understood why it's regarded as some kind of masterpiece.

The entire movie is just one unbelievable set-piece followed by another, as we watch young Forrest grow into adulthood, attend college, fight in Vietnam, become a world class ping-pong player, create THE dominant shrimp catching business in the US, become an international news story (in of himself) as he spends 3 years running back and forth across America, before he finally gets to marry the love of his life.... Before she dies of AIDS and dumps her kid (Forrest's son, who she kept away from him right up until she knew she was dying) in his lap and just expects him to carry on his life.

Therein lies the film's biggest problems.... For all that is good, in how it uses Forrest's life experiences to form a narrative that includes a large number of important cultural moments in American history through the early 1950's to the early 1980's, there is a something fundamentally bad.
In order for the film to work you have to believe that Forrest can merrily walk through life, getting involved in all the major incidents around him, and not query how on Earth it would ever happen.
I just couldn't do that, so watched the film more as a parody, than a drama.

The other fundamental problem with the film and, as an audience, one we just have to accept.... Is that Forrest is in love with a woman who is incredibly self-centred and borderline sociopathic. All the way through the film she just treats Forrest like crap, and although she eventually gets her own comeuppance (dying of AIDS in her late 30's) it doesn't make up for everything she did to Forrest.... Plus, as mentioned, her dying act is to foist a small child on him, a child that will remind him every day about the woman he lost (well, never really had.... But whom he loved!!)

The only good part of the film is the soundtrack... It is crammed with excellent songs from the 50's through to the early 80's, the 'Vietnam' era part having (obviously) the best.

I suspect my aversion to the movie could well be because I'm English, so I'm a spectator watching the game, rather than someone living in America who might latch onto the sentimentality a little more easily!

Ultimately this is a film which has good intentions, but is so utterly unbelievable that I couldn't get involved on any level.… Expand
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BarneyOnMTJan 6, 2016
WHAT I DIDN'T LIKE: The star of this classic show - Tom Hanks is brilliant here, every ounce of his character is so believeable and beautifully played. Match this with an amazing cast, an amusing but detailed and fantastic plot with realWHAT I DIDN'T LIKE: The star of this classic show - Tom Hanks is brilliant here, every ounce of his character is so believeable and beautifully played. Match this with an amazing cast, an amusing but detailed and fantastic plot with real sentimental value, as well as a great supporting cast, you've got yourself a film that stands the test of time for all the right reasons. Even now it doesn't feel dated
WHAT I DIDN'T LIKE: Some of the themes are questionnable...
VERDICT: A well told tale of one man - thanks to Tom Hanks, 'Forrest Gump' is a real and emotional classic… Expand
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SilentTacticianFeb 21, 2018
Tom Hanks acting and accent was fantastic. Made me laugh, made me cry and then made me laugh all over again. A generic American movie, filled with the promise of the American Dream and a feel-good ending. I enjoyed but I didn't love it.
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ScraperDec 25, 2011
Wouldn't it have been better if Forrest had been shot to death in Vietnam? Too many good things happen to this righteous character. For those of us cynical and in need of any intensity, it's too hard on the brain to see this nitwit who youWouldn't it have been better if Forrest had been shot to death in Vietnam? Too many good things happen to this righteous character. For those of us cynical and in need of any intensity, it's too hard on the brain to see this nitwit who you know nothing bad is going to happen to him, just the way more interesting characters around him.… Expand
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J-ShapAug 25, 2011
A thought crossed my mind many years after viewing this picture: Forrest Gump cannot succeed as a sentimental message picture, because it's message is irresponsible. It is a message of ignorance through bliss, the idea that life would beA thought crossed my mind many years after viewing this picture: Forrest Gump cannot succeed as a sentimental message picture, because it's message is irresponsible. It is a message of ignorance through bliss, the idea that life would be inherently easier without our pesky brains and ideas. Hanks plays his role as best he could, but the film mistakes a remarkably sad existence for a happy one.… Expand
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MaxO.May 30, 2007
One of the worst films I have ever seen. Pretentious, melodramatic, overly-sentimental, and manipulative. An obvious Oscar/credibility bid. It makes me weep that so many people have fallen for it.
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drecool95Jan 26, 2022
One of the most obscenely overrated movies ever made. The whole thing is so cloying and heavy-handed that I seriously had trouble not turning it off halfway through. Trying very hard to say something but without anything interesting to say.One of the most obscenely overrated movies ever made. The whole thing is so cloying and heavy-handed that I seriously had trouble not turning it off halfway through. Trying very hard to say something but without anything interesting to say. It gets worse with age too, and in 50 years will (hopefully) be completely forgotten.… Expand
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JLeighJun 25, 2015
A vile, offensive, lazy shambles of a film that is so saccharine its a wonder watching it doesn't give you diabetes. Please don't watch it if you haven't.
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oscarrMar 12, 2012
I hate this movie with all my life.
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MattC.Oct 6, 2005
Can it be more overrated? Hanks lays up his performance as a dolt. When will people learn that playing a simpleton or disabled person is not always cause for accolades?
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jedwardsAug 30, 2015
This overly sentimental film has often been regarded as one of the finest in cinema history, which it is anything but. This is a badly acted,y written and executed film, that downplays American counter culture events in favour of a dim wittedThis overly sentimental film has often been regarded as one of the finest in cinema history, which it is anything but. This is a badly acted,y written and executed film, that downplays American counter culture events in favour of a dim witted story. The film is patronising to the audience and characters alike, with laughable quotes like "stupid is as stupid does." This is a very poor film, and easily one of the worst best picture winners to date.… Expand
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faustoabNov 5, 2013
The worst film ever made. How could it be consider better then "The Shawshank Redemption" No sense at all. How could it be better then Pulp Fiction No, not at all. I prefer "Attack of the Killer Tomatoes" then "Forest Dumb"!
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MattF.May 21, 2008
This was an awful, ignorant, simpleminded movie. Tom Hanks delivered his least nuanced and one-note performance to date, and he won the Oscar! What a disgrace. This is a terrible film whose message is to conform; black panthers and hippies This was an awful, ignorant, simpleminded movie. Tom Hanks delivered his least nuanced and one-note performance to date, and he won the Oscar! What a disgrace. This is a terrible film whose message is to conform; black panthers and hippies are evil. I hate this corny film.… Expand
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AmyB.Sep 15, 2007
I have now seen the majority of this movie 4 times. The first time was in the movie theater. I absolutely hated it - as did my date. HURRAY!!! The second time a liked it a little bit better, but the third and fourth time I went back to my I have now seen the majority of this movie 4 times. The first time was in the movie theater. I absolutely hated it - as did my date. HURRAY!!! The second time a liked it a little bit better, but the third and fourth time I went back to my thoughts. It is the predecessor for so many movies that take aim at certain things I think should be left alone. Sure, I'm old fashioned. But proud of it.… Expand
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thewisekingFeb 6, 2006
perhaps the worst film ever made. never before in the history of cinema has anything this mawkish, pretentious stupid, and manipulative ever been foisted upon us. there is not one single thing in this film which isn't false. it is so perhaps the worst film ever made. never before in the history of cinema has anything this mawkish, pretentious stupid, and manipulative ever been foisted upon us. there is not one single thing in this film which isn't false. it is so outrageously derivative and obviously manipulative that i honestly was hoping, praying, that they were kidding. alas, they were not. this should be preserved, and shown in film schools as an example of "movie making by committee" and as an indictment of the boomer generation and how they destroyed american film.… Expand
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Kai82Aug 1, 2022
A cult classic, one of the quintessential roles for Tom Hanks and a must see movie. Everyone watched, heard of or knows at least some scenes or the quotes from this movie like “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you areA cult classic, one of the quintessential roles for Tom Hanks and a must see movie. Everyone watched, heard of or knows at least some scenes or the quotes from this movie like “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you are get”. It is well remembered and quoted still today. Also Forrest is one of the most memorable characters in movie history. Just say “ Run Forrest Run” and all people will have a nostalgic smile;-). Some parts might not have aged that well but I consider it a true classic.… Expand
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meydianarizki21Nov 19, 2021
Combining elements of comedy, motivation to satire.Forrest Gump, a film directed by Robert Zemeckis and starring veteran actor TomHanks, manages to instill very deep moral values ​​in every scene.The film, which was made in 1994, deserves toCombining elements of comedy, motivation to satire.Forrest Gump, a film directed by Robert Zemeckis and starring veteran actor TomHanks, manages to instill very deep moral values ​​in every scene.The film, which was made in 1994, deserves to be called the best film of all time. The film, based on the novel by Winston Groom, tells the story of a mannamed Forrest Gump. Forrest who since childhood was considered a stupid child with an IQ of 75 has a unique life story.Having been belittled by everyone, Forrest continued to go forward with a stupid label by others against him.Forrest Gump is an epic film that makes the audience realize that behind the shortcomings there are many advantages in each person.The nature of the main character Forrest Gump can certainly be a good example for everyone.So what kind of traits can we imitate from Forrest Gump's character?
1. Loving Parents
We can see how much Forrest Gump loves his mother. In the film he is willing to swim from the ocean& run through the city when he hears the news that his mother, Mrs.Gump is sick.Forrest Gump certainly realized that his mother's struggle couldn't b reciprocated with anything.The mother who always supports Forrest in the midst of his shortcomings makes Forrest realize that his mom is his hero
2. Always positive and optimistic
Although Forrest Gump is known as an idiot character in the film but his stupidity isn't a problem for a Forrest.He keeps going&always thinks positive.In d film, Forrest always shows his positive nature in any situation&in any crisis.Can u copy this 3. Never give up& b generous
After he managed 2 create a shrimp company with the initials of his friend Bubba Gump Shrimp Corporation.He and Lieutenant Dan, a character frustrated by his disability during the Vietnam war, started a shrimp fishing business.After repeatedly failing to catch shrimp at the beginning of his search for shrimp.Forrest Gump didn't give up.He tried many times&failed many times.Until one day his shrimp catch was successful& together with Lieutenant Dan he managed 2 create the most successful shrimp fishing company in his city.Forrest Gump, who seemed 2 b a very successful businessman, didn't feel happy.Until finally he handed over his company to Lieutenant Dan & gave his income 2 the Bubba family, his best friend who had motivated him to start the shrimp fishing company
4. Good promise holder
Bubba is a black man whom Forrest met when he joined the military. Bubba, who when he was with Forrest, always talked about the world of shrimp, of course, for many people who listened to him talk about shrimp, it was quite boring.But not with Forrest, he always listened to Bubba talk about shrimp&Bubba's dream that when he finished his military duty he'd set up a shrimp company with Forrest but unlucky, Bubba died on the battlefield.Until it was left Forrest with his promise with Bubba to set up a shrimp fishing company.Instead of burying the promise. Forrest kept his promise to his best friend Bubba by successfully founding a very successful company, the Bubba Gump Shrimp Corporation.Forrest's promise and dream with Bubba finally came true.
5. NEVER forget friends in any situation
The next Forrest Gump trait that u can emulate is that he always helps anyone.u can see it in the film even in critical times when Forrest and his troops are attacked by the enemy. Had separated well with his best friend Bubba and Lieutenant Dan. Forrest did not want to stay silent, he finally returned to the battlefield and saved his friends who were still alive even though they were full of wounds. No exception for Lieutenant Dan who he saved even though he had to lose his leg in the end. Lieutenant Dan, who was frustrated with his disability, was angry with Forrest.But again Forrest didn't want 2 forget the Lieutenant Dan.He accidentally meets Lieutenant Dan who turns into a beggar in a wheelchair.
6. Faithful in love affairs
The romance drama between Forrest and Jenny can be a good example for everyone.The single love story between Forrest Gump and Jenny seems to break the audience's heart when they see how loyal Forrest Gump is 2Jenny.Although he had been separated several times for a long time&many times Forrest Gump was rejected by Jenny and many times he saw Jenny's bad side. Forrest remained standing faithfully waiting for Jenny.He still loves Jenny with all her flaws.Until finally he&Jenny got married But the marriage did not last long because Jenny had to leave the world early due to a virus due to her wild life.Forrest Gump must have been very sad, Jenny's long-awaited love finally ended briefly.For Forrest Gump, Jenny was his first and last love
7. Good father
At the end of the story, Forrest Gump who has become a father, gives his best love to his son.He applies the love he gets from his mother who is also a single parent.Without Jenny's presence, Forrest Gump performed his role appropriately to be a good father to his son.… Expand
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vlasamaAug 10, 2021
Story, actors, music, efects and soundtrack are fantastic. I saw this movie a few times and always i like it.
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dogtorFeb 24, 2021
King of the movies. Thats my ideal movie in all time.......................
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khamos13Jan 2, 2022
how this film has so many positive reviews is beyond me. It insults viewers intelligence.
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PzolskyDec 23, 2022
The plot is the dumbest thing after this being the dumbest idea for a film ever. Only America could produce this.
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FranciscoQ.Dec 4, 2003
Excellent....
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FranciscoQ.Dec 4, 2003
Excellent....
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patrickd.Aug 26, 2005
Forrest Gump is such a good movie, showing emotion is embedded into everybody, even those who have low IQ-Forrest Gump.
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YoussefSaabDec 5, 2013
What a great movie that summarize Life, that film give you hope and it's a feel good film. If forrest gump, this not intelligent guy, make things in his life that a genius can't make it, so why we lose hope for what we are or underrateWhat a great movie that summarize Life, that film give you hope and it's a feel good film. If forrest gump, this not intelligent guy, make things in his life that a genius can't make it, so why we lose hope for what we are or underrate ourselves.This masterpiece gives you the best meaning of life between all movies ever, a great acting,directing,screenplay and much more. I think Tom Hanks in this film gives the best performance not only in 1994, but in all-time in my opinion. 10/10… Expand
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kyle20ellisMar 10, 2022
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Forrest Gump, I think is a beautiful film. Never too schmaltzy, but there are some genuine tearjerkers like Forrest at Jenny's grave. The cinematography is stunning, the costumes are lovely and the scenery is gorgeous. TheWarning: Spoilers
Forrest Gump, I think is a beautiful film. Never too schmaltzy, but there are some genuine tearjerkers like Forrest at Jenny's grave. The cinematography is stunning, the costumes are lovely and the scenery is gorgeous. The music is also very calm and relaxing, perhaps adding to the tone of this film. The screenplay is well crafted, and the story is simple. But what made this movie was its simplicity; it never tries to be too complex and is consequently moving. The acting is just as impressive; whilst Tom Hanks's accent is a little awkward in places, my only real criticism of this movie, he gives a truly remarkable performance, though I do think Morgan Freeman deserved the Oscar more for Shawshank. Robin Wright gives possibly the best performance of her career, and Sally Field is very dignified as Forrest's mother. The scene stealer though is Gary Sinise as Lieutenant Dan, a very moving and insightful performance. Overall, an extremely good movie, I will admit I wasn't sure whether I would like it, but the simple answer is this, I do. 9/10 Bethany Cox… Expand
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leonard1994Dec 26, 2016
this was one of the best movies with a great history but if you have read the book you probably find some points in the movie it does not have with the book but about the movie is great.
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alejandro970Mar 26, 2021
It's amazing what a simple mind is capable of. 25 years of history through the innocent gaze of a weak-minded person; Tom Hanks in one of his most prominent roles in nearly 30 years, in one of the definitive films of the 90s.
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enei200Apr 20, 2021
A legendary film. I wouldn't ever believe that such mix of comedy and drama might ever work, but this have proved me wrong. It grabbed this idea and made it shine like a diamond. Must-See
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All_ButTrU4Apr 25, 2022
Forest Gump is a memorable adaptation of a forgettable book. It follows the story of a mentally challenged boy who through his blind optimimism and impulsive nature goes on to lead an impressive life. The movie grasps at profound ideas andForest Gump is a memorable adaptation of a forgettable book. It follows the story of a mentally challenged boy who through his blind optimimism and impulsive nature goes on to lead an impressive life. The movie grasps at profound ideas and mostly executes them . It does present 2D perspectives on it's peripheral characters such as jenny or bubba never really making them people rather that objects Forest has regards for. It's obvious why this is a classic as it's depiction of American nostalgia is hypnotic and directed with care. I do not think it's a masterpiece but it is admittedly a movie of note.… Expand
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DawdlingPoetNov 20, 2021
This is a drama film, with some comedic moments and themes including innocence, kindness, racism, war and the military. The comedy present is a sort of a slapstick, sentimental style of comedy - its hard to explain but I hope that makesThis is a drama film, with some comedic moments and themes including innocence, kindness, racism, war and the military. The comedy present is a sort of a slapstick, sentimental style of comedy - its hard to explain but I hope that makes sense(?).

It is quite saccharine sweet in tone for most of the film, with a very light, jaunty piano tune played in the background while Hanks narrates Forrests memories and thoughts about his past, particularly his childhood, from quite early on. This is regarded as a classic film and as such was a film I'd wanted to see for some time. I felt it had a fairy tale quality to itself and certainly the theme of childhood innocence seemed very present for quite a while. There is something quite endearing about Gump's staunch belief in what his mother (his 'momma') told him, some of which could be hard for us to believe. He has an optimism which is admirable but there is an inevitable feeling of sadness to it as well, for the viewer, as we realise how vulnerable he is and fear what may become of him, in the various situations he finds himself in. I found the film quite engrossing - its definitely a classic case of it being an underdogs tale, although thats not to say that everything goes anywhere near smoothly for him, far from it (I won't elaborate anymore, for obvious (spoiler prevention) reasons).

Cast wise, Tom Hanks plays the main role, that of Forrest Gump. He does very well at portrating a person who is clearly mentally challenged (whatever the politically correct term is nowadays, I'm not very keen on the one that starts 'ret...'), thus somewhat baffled by fairly everyday things, situations and the like. As a character, he comes across as quite thoughtful and philosophical and I felt quite sorry for him, given the forms of abuse he had to put up with from others who belittled his issues. Hanks does well at making him seem very much someone you could admire in ways, a sort of perhaps unexpected underdog hero. He does well at portraying a look of bewilderment at times, which I felt to be quite endearing. Other cast members include Sally Field, who plays Forrest's mother, Robin Wright who plays Jenny Curran (Forrest's childhood crush), Mykelti Williamson, who plays Bubba Blue, a fellow US army recruit, Afemo Omilami who plays the rather scary drill sergeant and Gary Sinise, who plays Lieutenant Dan Taylor, among others.

The music featured in the background is pretty standard, cheesy stuff for the most part, certainly the music played in the background at times. I did feel it was better than some films in terms of keeping the background music fairly quiet, thus it not being too 'in your face' as is the case in some films. There are some rock and soul based songs (including Jimi Hendrix) played at times but overall, I didn't think music played an especially big part in the film overall.

Content wise, the film contains partial nudity and sex references, with scenes in which sex is implied but not specifically shown as such. There are scenes involving drug use, with drug taking paraphernalia. There is also some mild to moderate violence present, with war situations depicted and abuse being inferred. There are some instances of bad language, including a couple of racist terms, although nothing extremely graphic. The film is quite emotional in tone in general, with some scenes being potentially more upsetting than others. Its been given a 12 rating in the UK, to reflect this content.

I'd say this is a film which implies certain societal morals and as such it may seem a little high and mighty/forced perhaps to some cynical types - I'm not overly keen on such films in general but I did feel I appreciated this particular film. Some scenes were quite gripping, although I found myself wondering how likely it could honestly be for someone like Forrest, to have dealt with what he does. I don't feel like this is a film in which I could really criticise it for seeming far too unrealistic, as I felt myself going along with the plot regardless.

I wasn't entirely impressed with the special effects in one or two war based scenes, with explosions looking, shall we say, a little less than entirely realistic, in my eyes anyway. However, I only remember that being an issue in one or two scenes and it hardly ruined the film for me. I'd happily recommend this film.… Expand
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FRETIYRMar 20, 2020
This movie is the best movie I've ever seen in the 90's, The story is amazing and their are a lot of positive messages and roles. This movie is great for teens and adults but not more younger children because of violence, language and SomeThis movie is the best movie I've ever seen in the 90's, The story is amazing and their are a lot of positive messages and roles. This movie is great for teens and adults but not more younger children because of violence, language and Some disturbing scenes but still is great.… Expand
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XulartoJul 3, 2021
One word : wonderful. One of the best 90' movies, with incredibles actors, so if you haven't watch this movie, watch it now.
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HarshavarthanApr 11, 2020
What a movie!, Such movie cannot be made again, the acting, cinematography, screenplay , sound design, story. Damn I don't know how many times I watched it
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PBIApr 17, 2020
This film is amazing, full of unique moments and every sequence of it with the purpose of filming, no extra moments can be found in this film.
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JacobScennyNov 8, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. "Forrest Gump" is beatiful story about friendship between Forrest and Jenny. It's moments funny, moments sad, moments moving. Just very great movie.… Expand
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dimitrMay 30, 2020
a good script, direction and a beautiful story with good performances and wonderful characters
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MrPajamasSep 28, 2021
Ah, the legendary intro. A flying feather with nice music playing and I was right in the action. Followed by an introduction to the main character who tells us her whole life. It was quite a ride. Unbelievable. Quite enjoyable at first. I'dAh, the legendary intro. A flying feather with nice music playing and I was right in the action. Followed by an introduction to the main character who tells us her whole life. It was quite a ride. Unbelievable. Quite enjoyable at first. I'd say almost sweet and motivating at the same time. But gradually it got darker and darker, which I liked and it got my attention. It also started playing some music here and there, which was cool. The story of Forrest Gump is cool, but it's not somehow masterful. Still, I have to stand by the fact that this movie has a special charm. It's sweet and dark at the same time. It combines these things into one and in my opinion it works first class. Despite all the sad events, which I won't spoil, the film shows us that you just move on in life and that the next days can be better. That's probably not the main idea of the film, but it just had that effect on me. If I were in the shoes of the main character and experiencing what Forrest Gump does here in the plot, I probably would have had a mental breakdown a long time ago, but Forrest kept going and I liked that. For me, an amazing film and a classic that I think is in the MUST-SEE films. Recommended.… Expand
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NotTheoMillerSep 11, 2020
After watching this movie, I am convinced that Tom Hanks’ favorite color is mediocre. No human being gets that lucky for being stupid.
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Lamerson19Nov 9, 2020
This movie brings out the emotion in your soul. I will never go as far to say that this movie is perfect or anywhere near perfect; it has a solid supporting cast, and some of the historical events are greatly exaggerated. However, this movieThis movie brings out the emotion in your soul. I will never go as far to say that this movie is perfect or anywhere near perfect; it has a solid supporting cast, and some of the historical events are greatly exaggerated. However, this movie will always hold a place in my heart, it shows Forrest's true innocence and compassion lead him to great successes that others can ever dream of. Some of the most monumental moments in history occur right before his eyes, however he could care less. This movie shows that love is the strongest force in the universe and can drive you passed all obstacles.… Expand
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motionpaintingsNov 20, 2020
you can tell that the film is targeting the big box office but this doesn't detract from the magic. Forrest Gump is so lovable that one moves through the whole film to watch his life path and sometimes has to smile. but the film also aims atyou can tell that the film is targeting the big box office but this doesn't detract from the magic. Forrest Gump is so lovable that one moves through the whole film to watch his life path and sometimes has to smile. but the film also aims at more serious tones like the vietnam war and death in general.… Expand
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LucasMakoskiNov 24, 2020
Forrest Gump has everythinng a good movie needs, good photography, great direction, great perfomances and a great message, you must see
Forrest Gump is among my top 5 favorite films in history
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geewahDec 15, 2020
Has it's moments but this is one seriously overrated movie.
It gets cornier and more preposterous the longer it goes and really didn't deserve it's oscar, particularly up against Pulp Fiction.
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gaurishkohliJan 5, 2021
One of the best movies of Tom Hanks was ever part in, it is a must watch from whomsoever who has not watched it yet. I believe you must be living under a rock if you have not watched it yet. The whole story revolves around a character whichOne of the best movies of Tom Hanks was ever part in, it is a must watch from whomsoever who has not watched it yet. I believe you must be living under a rock if you have not watched it yet. The whole story revolves around a character which has always overcome obstacles thrown to him by the major events in his generation. The ending I feel is quite sad. This movie truly cements itself as one of the modern Hollywood classics.… Expand
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shumatMar 20, 2022
perfect film to watch on saturdays, i love when forrest gorthw in his life with friends
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