On the Set of Forrest Gump
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On the Set of Forrest Gump

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eBook - ePub

On the Set of Forrest Gump

About this book

Making movies is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're going to get.

Forrest Gump is a beloved and frequently quoted modern classic that has captivated audiences and changed the American cultural landscape since its release. The winner of six Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, and Best Adapted Screenplay, its portrayal of American history has often sparked debate. Over the years, viewers have revisited the movie from various perspectives, comparing its sociopolitical themes to those of the current environment. There is no consensus on the exact nature of Robert Zemeckis's creation, yet its influential role in pop culture is undeniable, as is the love for the film.

Producer Steve Starkey takes readers on the set of Forrest Gump, providing a candid and nostalgic account of his personal journey during the film's production. His unique firsthand account highlights what makes this iconic movie special and outlines the filmmaking process—from Zemeckis's early determination to "do anything" to get the film made, to discussions with studio executives about funding and creative control, to the immense effort required during production. Starkey chronicles his distinctive relationship with the film as a producer and a creative partner to Zemeckis, who recognized the film's potential from the beginning.

Featuring exclusive materials—more than two hundred never-before-seen production stills and photographs depicting the entire cinematic process—this tell-all book, complete with a foreword by Tom Hanks, is a must-read for Forrest Gump fans and movie enthusiasts alike.

Information

Publisher
The University Press of Kentucky
Year
2026
eBook ISBN
9781985903692
Topic
Media & Performing Arts
Subtopic
Film & Video

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half-Title Page
  3. Title Page
  4. Copyright
  5. Dedication
  6. Contents
  7. Foreword
  8. Prologue
  9. Chapter 1. Life Is Like a Box of Chocolates
  10. Chapter 2. Searching for Greenbow, Alabama
  11. Chapter 3. Do You Have Any Peanut Butter?
  12. Chapter 4. Dreaming of a Greenlight
  13. Chapter 5. Diving for Dollars
  14. Chapter 6. My Magic Shoes
  15. Chapter 7. Saved by a Hurricane
  16. Chapter 8. A Production on the Run
  17. Chapter 9. Vietnam
  18. Chapter 10. Runnin’ on Empty
  19. Chapter 11. Floatin’ on a Breeze
  20. Chapter 12. Tiling? What the Hell Is Tiling?
  21. Chapter 13. A Day of Reckoning
  22. Chapter 14. Meeting the Presidents
  23. Chapter 15. We’ve Been Gumped
  24. Chapter 16. The Silver-Tongued Devil
  25. Chapter 17. I Got No Complaints
  26. Epilogue
  27. Acknowledgments
  28. About the Author

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