Behind the Candelabra vs Forrest Gump
Forrest Gump has the higher audience score (8.5/10 against 6.6/10 for Behind the Candelabra). Behind the Candelabra is the shorter watch at 1h 58m compared with 2h 22m. Forrest Gump is the older of the two (1994 against 2013). Both are drama, romance movies, so they suit a similar mood.
| Behind the Candelabra | Forrest Gump | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 6.6/10 | ★ 8.5/10 |
| Year | 2013 | 1994 |
| Length | 1h 58m | 2h 22m |
| Genres | Drama, Romance | Comedy, Drama, Romance |
| Country | – | United States of America |
| Director | Steven Soderbergh | Robert Zemeckis |
| Main cast | Rob Lowe, Scott Bakula, Debbie Reynolds, Matt Damon, David Koechner | Gary Sinise, Robin Wright, Tom Hanks, Hanna Hall, Siobhan Fallon Hogan |
Synopsis
Behind the Candelabra
Based on the autobiographical novel, the tempestuous 6-year relationship between Liberace and his (much younger) lover, Scott Thorson, is recounted.
Forrest Gump
A man with a low IQ has accomplished great things in his life and been present during significant historic events—in each case, far exceeding what anyone imagined he could do. But despite all he has achieved, his one true love eludes him.
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