Forrest Gump

  Tom Hanks stars in the classic film Forrest Gump. The film is about the life of a man who is faced with many handicaps. Throughout the film Forrest has many triumphs including meeting three United States presidents and surviving the Vietnam War. Forrest also has his heart broken many times by his childhood friend Jenny.

   This funny film really shows the effects of great acting. Tom Hanks plays the role of a man who is a little slower mentally than most. This film is successful because of Hank's wonderful performance, making the character lovable and truly believable, from his body language to his voice.

   The dialogue in this film is very moving. The line spoken by Forrest, “Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you’re going to get”, pretty much plays out the plot for the rest of the film. Forrest comes across many important moments in life that he never expected. Some viewers may not have believed that a man of little intelligence was able to participate and contribute in so many events in history, but I personally take this as inspirational. Forrest Gump shows that no matter who you are or what life hands you if you just live your life to be happy instead of becoming “rich” or “important”, you will receive what you deserve.

   Although Forrest receives so much good in his life time he is never really happy unless he is with his beloved Jenny. Jenny, who Forest fell in love with in his early childhood, abandoned Forrest many times. The love Forrest has for Jenny is the base for the film, everything he does is for Jenny. I found myself happiest at the end of the film when Forrest finally ends up with Jenny because this is when he is at his happiest. Though Jenny dies, Forrest defies the odds again by becoming a full time father.

  This movie is incredible and watching it was like watching a brother grow up; every moment I cared for him and I only wanted what was best for him. When he hurt I hurt. I would give this movie a 9 out of 10.