Forrest Gump

⭐ 9.5/10

(Originally written by Joseph)

What a unique viewing experience this was. I really can't think of a movie quite like this one. I watched it probably fifteen years or more ago and thought i didn't know anything about it, but I was certainly wrong. I think that's a part of the timelessness of this one, because although it's been so long, I remembered him going to Vietnam, playing football, running across the country, etc. It felt like an epic adventure which is a pretty cool concept because Forrest is obviously not your typical Odysseus.

What I did NOT remember is how this movie makes you feel. My goodness this one had me sobbing by the end. The ups and downs this movie takes you through is one thing. However, it's mostly that Forrest is so darn likeable, and you can't help but feel strong things when it comes to his relationship with Bubba, his ability to break through to Lieutenant Dan, and then of course his unceasing love for a woman that is so unlovable. The relationship here is certainly problematic, but I think it more goes to show what a pure spirit Forrest is and I thought it was beautiful.

I can't quite get myself to give this a perfect score though because, for one thing, I just can't help but feel like this movie must be offensive to several crowds. Secondly, I feel like this movie toes the line a bit too much between genuine emotion and emotional manipulation. But if it's been a while since you've seen this one, I would totally encourage a rewatch.