July 6 1994 

FORREST GUMP opens. Directed by Robert Zemeckis.Written by Eric Roth, from the novel by Winston Groom. Oscar-winning Tom Hanks & epochal baby boomers' greatest hits soundtrack vivify picaresque tale of guileless, homily spruiking simpleton's 3 decade "pilgrim's progress" witnessing & influencing defining moments in late 20th Century US history. With Robin Wright and Gary Sinise. Additional Oscars for Best picture, director, adapted screenplay, visual effects and editing.

 

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