The film differs extensively from the original version of the novel. This is in terms of both character and turn of events. For example, Gump is naive and reflexive, unlike in the novel. This can be clearly seen in the chocolate scene.
#17. The Doors…
The Doors played some of their music in the film. Unlike other bands, it had more than six songs which were loved by most viewers.
#18. Family Bus Ride…
Among the kids who greeted Gump with ridicule on the school bus, were Tom Hanks’ daughter Elizabeth and and Zemeckis’ son Alexander.
#19. The Book…
After the success story of the Forrest Gump movie, the author of the novel “Forrest Gump”, Winston Groom, decided to write another novel that focuses on the result of the movie. The novel was called Gump & Co.
#20. Jenny’s Real Last Name…
Jenny’s last name is Curran. Though, it’s funny that she was never addressed by her last name the entire movie.
