{"product_id":"on-the-set-of-forrest-gump-hardcover","title":"On the Set of Forrest Gump - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eSteve Starkey\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eTom Hanks\u003c\/b\u003e (Foreword by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003ci\u003eMaking movies is like a box of chocolates. You never know what\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cb\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eyou're going to get.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003ci\u003eForrest Gump\u003c\/i\u003e is a beloved and frequently quoted modern classic that has captivated audiences and changed the American cultural landscape since its release. The winner of six Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, and Best Adapted Screenplay, its portrayal of American history has often sparked debate. Over the years, viewers have revisited the movie from various perspectives, comparing its sociopolitical themes to those of the current environment. There is no consensus on the exact nature of Robert Zemeckis's creation, yet its influential role in pop culture is undeniable, as is the love for the film. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducer Steve Starkey takes readers \u003ci\u003eon the set of Forrest Gump\u003c\/i\u003e, providing a candid and nostalgic account of his personal journey during the film's production. His unique firsthand account highlights what makes this iconic movie special and outlines the filmmaking process--from Zemeckis's early determination to \"do anything\" to get the film made, to discussions with studio executives about funding and creative control, to the immense effort required during production. Starkey chronicles his distinctive relationship with the film as a producer and a creative partner to Zemeckis, who recognized the film's potential from the beginning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeaturing exclusive materials--more than\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003etwo hundred never-before-seen production stills and photographs depicting the entire cinematic process--this tell-all book, complete with a foreword by Tom Hanks, is a must-read for \u003ci\u003eForrest Gump\u003c\/i\u003e fans and movie enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eSteve Starkey \u003c\/b\u003eis an Academy Award-winning film producer who, in addition to working closely with acclaimed director Robert Zemeckis on such films as \u003ci\u003eForrest Gump, Contact, Cast Away, What Lies Beneath, \u003c\/i\u003eand\u003ci\u003e The Polar Express\u003c\/i\u003e, has operated in various capacities on projects such as George Lucas's original \u003ci\u003eStar Wars \u003c\/i\u003etrilogy and Ridley Scott's \u003ci\u003eMatchstick Men\u003c\/i\u003e. Starkey's production filmography includes his role as executive producer for \u003ci\u003eLast Holiday\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eReal Steel\u003c\/i\u003e. He began his work alongside Zemeckis as the associate producer on \u003ci\u003eWho Framed Roger Rabbit\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eBack to the Future, \u003c\/i\u003e parts II and III.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.69 x 9.08 x 9.3 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 17, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47599427518649,"sku":"9781985903678","price":44.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/4309\/4713\/files\/RUTV20wQtH9781985903678.webp?v=1781680686","url":"https:\/\/thoobo.com\/products\/on-the-set-of-forrest-gump-hardcover","provider":"Thoobo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}