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30. Forrest Gump: An American Film Legend
Forrest Gump is a 1994 film depicting the
of a simple, Alabama-born man who achieves great
in life despite being mentally slow. The lead
is played by the great Tom Hanks, who
involved in many of the most significant moments
American history. The film and character have become
figures in American society because of its message
any feat can be accomplished no matter what
are faced.
Gump was born to a single
in rural Alabama during the 1950s. He is
slow-witted boy who seems unaware of his surroundings,
purpose in life. A school counselor tells his
Gump's IQ is so low, and would be
into a special vocational program. His mother convinces
counselor to disregard Gump's low IQ score. Forrest
allowed to attend a regular public school.
Because
his athletic ability, Gump gets a scholarship to
football at the University of Alabama, where he
at the game. Upon graduation, he is approached
a Army recruiter, and joins the military, where
he excels. Gump is awarded the Congressional Medal
Honor for saving the lives of many of
fellow troops during a vicious firefight in the
War.
After his time in the service, Gump
an international ping pong competition in China, brings
President Richard Nixon while staying at the infamous,
Hotel, meets three presidents, and goes on a
, cross-country runs that gain massive media attention. Throughout
life, Gump maintains solid relationship with his friends
the Army, and dearly loves his only childhood
and sweetheart, Jenny. Forrest Gump touches the American
like no other film ever has.
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