Forrest Gump He Isn't...
It's clear to see that TCCOBB was written by the same writer as Forrest Gump. The two stories have many parallels to one another from the epic, episodic storytelling, to the narration of a singular character who takes us along for a unique ride like no other. The premise is much like a folktale, and boy do I like a good folktale. What I liked most about this film is the passing of time and how one relates to it at different points in their life. It touches on our feelings at these critical points in life and I imagine that this film would speak differently to 5 different people at seperate stages of their lives, much as Arthur Miller's Death of Salesman does the same. I think that Pitt and Blanchett were exceptional in their roles, which were key to the film being a success. I absolutely loved the scenes between Pitt and Swinton. They had great chemistry together and it makes me hope that they pair again in a future film. TCCOBB is an epic film that might not be for everyone, but SHOULD be for everyone. One must go into the film with open expectations and find how they relate to Pitt's character at different stages of his life. If this can be attained, a greater appreciation for the film will exist.
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