Forrest Gump vs Hairspray
Forrest Gump has the higher audience score (8.5/10 against 6.7/10 for Hairspray). Hairspray is the shorter watch at 1h 57m compared with 2h 22m. Forrest Gump is the older of the two (1994 against 2007). Both are comedy, drama, romance movies, so they suit a similar mood.
Forrest Gump
Hairspray| Forrest Gump | Hairspray | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 8.5/10 | ★ 6.7/10 |
| Year | 1994 | 2007 |
| Length | 2h 22m | 1h 57m |
| Genres | Comedy, Drama, Romance | Comedy, Drama, Romance |
| Country | United States of America | – |
| Director | Robert Zemeckis | Adam Shankman |
| Main cast | Gary Sinise, Robin Wright, Tom Hanks, Hanna Hall, Siobhan Fallon Hogan | James Marsden, Christopher Walken, Queen Latifah, Michelle Pfeiffer, John Travolta |
Synopsis
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.
Hairspray
Pleasantly plump teenager Tracy Turnblad auditions to be on Baltimore's most popular dance show - The Corny Collins Show - and lands a prime spot. Through her newfound fame, she becomes determined to help her friends and end the racial segregation that has been a staple of the show.
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