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Originally posted by Did you just call me Coltrane?
Forrest Gump, while not an "issue" movie, might have been the easiest character to play in a movie. Ever.
(1) Take a week to learn stupid monotone southern accent.
(2) Speak in stupid monotone southern accent while historical events unfold around and with you. Don't react to any of it - this will show true talent.
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Caucasian, please.
I hated that manipulative, misogynistic piece of crap movie, but Hanks was able to play his character in ways that made him sympathetic despite being incredibly uninteresting. That takes true talent and skill.
Real acting is a craft, and it's so much more difficult than it looks. Stop your remote on the Sci-Fi channel at any time to see what bad, wooden acting looks like.
