“Life’s a box of chocolates.” “Run Forest run”. Are some of the catch phrases still with us from the much-loved movie Forrest Gump first released in 1994.
The above video explores why and how Forrest Gump struck a chord with audiences and what is says about America during the post-war years.
So, press the top left play button on the above feature image so the video can pop up for you to watch.
If you haven’t seen it — the film’s hero is an ‘simpleton’ called Forrest Gump who managed to be present at some key moments in modern American history, and despite his personal challenges he managed to lead a successful life.
Forrest Gump is magical, quirky, funny and sentimental.
Tom Hanks won an Oscar for his portrayal as Gump; one of six nods from the Academy — the others were Best Picture, Best Director, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Visual Effects, and Best Film Editing.
Technically brilliant and ground breaking for its time, the Robert Zemeckis directed film was a box office hit that’s still watchable today.
