Hanks, Wright: Separate Lives On 'Forrest Gump' Set

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Hanks, Wright: Separate Lives on 'Forrest Gump' Set

You know the movie, Forrest Gump. The iconic Tom Hanks, the unforgettable Jenny, and the story that touched our hearts. But did you know there was a bit of tension on set?

Robin Wright, who played Jenny, actually kept her distance from Hanks during filming. It wasn't a full-blown feud, but it wasn't exactly a buddy-buddy situation either.

So, what went down? Well, it seems Wright was struggling with the emotional weight of the role. Forrest Gump deals with some pretty heavy themes, like Vietnam, disability, and societal injustice, all wrapped up in a love story. Wright was putting her heart and soul into it, and it was taking a toll.

She even revealed in an interview that she found the character of Jenny to be "depressing." This could be why she preferred to keep her distance from Hanks, to avoid further emotional overload.

That's not to say they were completely estranged. Wright has expressed her admiration for Hanks' professionalism and talent. However, she did say that she couldn't "hang out" with him outside of work because she needed to "protect herself" emotionally.

This is a reminder that even on the sets of beloved movies, actors are real people with real lives and real feelings. It's also a testament to the power of great acting, as Wright’s performance was unforgettable despite the challenges she faced.

And hey, maybe all this tension just adds to the mystique of Forrest Gump, right? We're all still talking about it, and that's what counts.