Forrest Gump

3.86
    Forrest Gump
    1994

    Synopsis

    A man with a low IQ has accomplished great things in his life and been present during significant historic events—in each case, far exceeding what anyone imagined he could do. But despite all he has achieved, his one true love eludes him.

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    Cast

    • Tom HanksForrest Gump
    • Robin WrightJenny Curran
    • Gary SiniseLieutenant Dan Taylor
    • Sally FieldMrs. Gump
    • Mykelti WilliamsonBenjamin Buford 'Bubba' Blue
    • Michael Conner HumphreysYoung Forrest Gump
    • Hanna HallYoung Jenny Curran
    • Haley Joel OsmentForrest Junior
    • Siobhan Fallon HoganSchool Bus Driver
    • Rebecca WilliamsNurse at Park Bench

    Recommendations

    • 100

      ReelViews

      Passionate and magical, Forrest Gump is a tonic for the weary of spirit.
    • 90

      Variety

      Manages the difficult feat of being an intimate, even delicate tale played with an appealingly light touch against an epic backdrop.
    • 90

      Chicago Reader

      The results are skillful, highly affecting, and ultimately more than a little pernicious.
    • 89

      Austin Chronicle

      A remarkable balance of sentimentality and harshness, darkness and light.
    • 88

      USA Today

      Doesn't sound like a very prepossessing title, but prepare to be taken aback by "what's in a name." [6 July 1994, Life, p.1D]
    • 80

      Mr. Showbiz

      The film's technical brilliance and sentimental kick seduced many viewers unsuspecting of its polemical intent.
    • 70

      Los Angeles Times

      It's most successful when it is being off-center, a state of grace it doesn't quite have the nerve to maintain. [6 July 1994, Calendar, p. F-1]
    • 70

      The New York Times

      Has the elements of an emotionally gripping story. Yet is feels less like a romance than like a coffee-table book celebrating the magic of special effect. [6 July 1994, p. C9]

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