A FILM TO REMEMBER: “FORREST GUMP” (1994)

Photograph of film poster with a display of scene images from “Forrest Gump”.

Before I get into this, I want to make mention “A FILM TO REMEMBER” will be a series about films that have reached a milestone anniversary since their origin in being culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant. The articles will contain the film’s plot outline, director, cast, a compilation of trivialities, various photos, movie trailer, critical reception and more. So, let’s start:

We are here to mark the celebration of the 25th Anniversary of Robert Zemeckis’ “Forrest Gump”. Let’s take an inside look at the film:

PLOT OUTLINE:

The presidencies of Kennedy and Johnson, Vietnam, Watergate, and other history unfold through the perspective of an Alabama man with an IQ of 75.

Still image of filmmaker Robert Zemeckis.

STUDIO:

Paramount Pictures

DIRECTOR:

Robert Zemeckis

CAST:

• Tom Hanks … Forrest Gump
• Robin Wright … Jenny Curran
• Gary Sinise … Lieutenant Dan Taylor
• Sally Field … Mrs. Gump
• Mykelti Williamson … Benjamin…