National Film Vault

FILM NOTES

Forrest Gump was released by Paramount Pictures in July 1994, directed by Robert Zemeckis from Eric Roth's adaptation of Winston Groom's novel. The film became one of the defining cultural touchstones of the decade, earning six Academy Awards including Best Picture and Best Director. Tom Hanks's performance as the title character drew audiences in extraordinary numbers, and the film's blend of American history and personal journey secured its place as one of the most widely recognized works of the 1990s.

This cell, titled Forrest Gump, presents three consecutive 35mm frames from a single outdoor shot featuring Forrest Gump standing on a green lawn with trees visible behind him, dressed in a light blue plaid shirt. The frames are oriented sideways on the strip, offering a rare look at the continuity of motion as captured on original release film.