Forrest Gump vs The Sleeping Dictionary
Forrest Gump has the higher audience score (8.5/10 against 6.5/10 for The Sleeping Dictionary). The Sleeping Dictionary is the shorter watch at 1h 49m compared with 2h 22m. Forrest Gump is the older of the two (1994 against 2003). Both are drama, romance movies, so they suit a similar mood.
Forrest Gump
The Sleeping Dictionary| Forrest Gump | The Sleeping Dictionary | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 8.5/10 | ★ 6.5/10 |
| Year | 1994 | 2003 |
| Length | 2h 22m | 1h 49m |
| Genres | Comedy, Drama, Romance | Drama, Romance |
| Country | – | – |
| Director | Robert Zemeckis | Guy Jenkin |
| Main cast | Gary Sinise, Robin Wright, Tom Hanks, Hanna Hall, Siobhan Fallon Hogan | Hugh Dancy, Brenda Blethyn, Noah Taylor, Emily Mortimer, Jessica Alba |
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 Sleeping Dictionary
A young Englishman is dispatched to Sarawak to become part of the British colonial government. He encounters some unorthodox local traditions, and finds himself faced with tough decisions of the heart involving the beautiful Selima, the unwitting object of his affections.
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