Forrest Gump- timeless classic

Rating: Null/10 (9 February 2017)

Directed by Robert Zemekis, Forrest Gump is an endearing story of the trials and victories of Forrest (played by Tom Hanks) from the time he was a boy through adulthood, and an all-time fantastic movie. We see the challenges of being bullied as a young boy for being "different" from his peers, and we see how Forrest's mom (Sally Field) is his biggest cheerleader. We watch as he gets his one and only friend Jenny (Robin Wright Penn) and see their relationship blossom over the years. Forrest and Jenny "are best good friends" and are there for each other through all phases and stages of life. The layering of visible and invisible sound allows the viewer to actually feel as if they are present in the film. The use of creative editing makes the appearance that Forrest Gump is present for many of history's meaningful moments including the Vietnam War, being in the presence of President Nixon, President Kennedy, among other events. Tom Hanks' performance as Forrest Gump is one that will go down in the history books. His wisdom through innocence is what makes the viewer root for Forrest. There is sure to be tears and laughter as we go through Forrest's life experiences and trials alongside him.