Forrest Gump vs The Shape of Things
Forrest Gump has the higher audience score (8.5/10 against 6.2/10 for The Shape of Things). The Shape of Things is the shorter watch at 1h 36m compared with 2h 22m. Forrest Gump is the older of the two (1994 against 2003). Both are comedy, drama, romance movies, so they suit a similar mood.
Forrest Gump
The Shape of Things| Forrest Gump | The Shape of Things | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 8.5/10 | ★ 6.2/10 |
| Year | 1994 | 2003 |
| Length | 2h 22m | 1h 36m |
| Genres | Comedy, Drama, Romance | Comedy, Drama, Romance |
| Country | United States of America | – |
| Director | Robert Zemeckis | Neil LaBute |
| Main cast | Gary Sinise, Robin Wright, Tom Hanks, Hanna Hall, Siobhan Fallon Hogan | Gretchen Mol, Paul Rudd, Rachel Weisz, Frederick Weller |
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.
The Shape of Things
Quiet, unassuming Adam is changing in a major way, thanks to his new girlfriend, art student Evelyn. Adam's friends are a little freaked by the transformation.
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