Goofs:
Continuity: When Forrest gets his leg braces, he walks awkwardly (for example, when walking home from the doctor with his mother) because the braces do not bend at the knees. Yet he is shown seated at least twice while wearing the braces (outside the principal's office and waiting on the porch for the principal to leave his home). In order for him to be seated, the braces must bend at the knees. (more)

Trivia:
The vintage microphones that Forrest speaks into while in DC and the sound rig that the uniformed man pulls cables out of were all provided by Brandywine Electronics, LTD (now known as BEL.com) and are still on display in its offices in New Castle, DE. (more)

Filming Locations:
Ambassador Hotel - 3400 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, California, USA (more)

Quotes:
[first lines]
Forrest Gump: Hello. My name's Forrest, Forrest Gump. You want a chocolate?
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Awards:
Won 6 Oscars. Another 32 wins & 38 nominations (more)