Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) vs Forrest Gump

Forrest Gump has the higher audience score (8.5/10 against 7.5/10 for Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)). Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) is the shorter watch at 2h compared with 2h 22m. Forrest Gump is the older of the two (1994 against 2014). Both are comedy, drama movies, so they suit a similar mood.

Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) posterBirdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)2014 VS Forrest Gump posterForrest Gump1994
Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)Forrest Gump
Audience score★ 7.5/10★ 8.5/10
Year20141994
Length2h 2h 22m
GenresComedy, DramaComedy, Drama, Romance
CountryUnited States of AmericaUnited States of America
DirectorAlejandro González IñárrituRobert Zemeckis
Main castLindsay Duncan, Damian Young, Amy Ryan, Edward Norton, Emma StoneGary Sinise, Robin Wright, Tom Hanks, Hanna Hall, Siobhan Fallon Hogan

Synopsis

Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)

A fading actor best known for his portrayal of a popular superhero attempts to mount a comeback by appearing in a Broadway play. As opening night approaches, his attempts to become more altruistic, rebuild his career, and reconnect with friends and family prove more difficult than expected.

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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