The Rewatchables ‘Forrest Gump’ Live From D.C. With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Sean Fennessey, and Mallory Rubin
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Feb 13, 2024 
Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, and Gary Sinise join The Ringer's Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Sean Fennessey, and Mallory Rubin in a live show analyzing 'Forrest Gump.' They discuss the evolution of public opinion on the movie, memorable scenes, emotional moments, the soundtrack, hypothetical scenarios, casting what-ifs, and the darker undertones of the film.
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Forrest Gump's Reception
- Forrest Gump received a critical backlash after its release, especially compared to Pulp Fiction and Shawshank Redemption.
- However, public opinion shifted over time, and the film regained popularity.
Forrest's Perspective
- The film's childlike innocence is reflected in Forrest's perspective.
- For example, in New York, he focuses on the numerous taxi cabs, highlighting his simplified view.
Forrest Gump's Box Office Run
- Forrest Gump remained in theaters for an impressive 42 weeks.
- Its popularity was boosted by Oscar nominations and a re-release.