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Forrest Gump
Alias:
Tom Hanks
Brand:
BigKidBrix
Year:
2019
Theme:
Movies and TV
Biography:
Forrest Gump is the titular character of the 1994 film *Forrest Gump*, portrayed by Tom Hanks. The film, directed by Robert Zemeckis, tells the story of Forrest's life as he unintentionally witnesses and influences many significant historical events in the 20th century United States.
Born in Alabama, Forrest navigates life with a reported low IQ but possesses remarkable athleticism, kindness, and a genuine heart. He joins the army, serves in the Vietnam War, becomes a ping-pong champion, invests in a shrimp boat, and embarks on numerous other ventures, often driven by chance and a desire to fulfill promises made to loved ones.
Hanks' portrayal of Forrest Gump earned him an Academy Award for Best Actor. The character is known for his distinctive Southern drawl and simple, yet profound, observations about life, often articulated through memorable phrases like "Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're gonna get."
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