Once compared to Jimmy Stewart, Tom Hanks is always in danger of becoming too beloved. With consecutive stellar performances that left Oscars at his door step in 1993's "Philadelphia", and 1994's "Forrest Gump", Tom has made a lasting impression on movie critics worldwide.
In 1995 he amazed us with his audacity in "Apollo 13", reminding us of that determination to "be somebody", like in his comedic blockbuster, "Big" from 1988. From there on out things only looked the brighter for the rising young star.
In 1999, "You,ve Got Mail", reunited him with Meg Ryan, who together portray the perfect on- screen couple with their unique chemistry, as they showed previously, in 1993's "Sleepless In Seattle." However, we cannot forget his humorous, light-hearted side, which he showed through his character in the hilarious, yet touching, "Turner and Hooch."
Proving to be an actor before his time, Hanks truly is incredible. What lies ahead for him in the future, no one knows. Only time will tell what he delivers next, but whatever the role he plays, there's still one thing we can all count on - it'll be good.
Tom Hanks is an incredibly popular and successful film star of the 1990s. Saying you don't like Tom Hanks is like saying you don't like mom, God, or apple pie.
Tom Hanks came to films following moderate success on TV in the drag comedy "Bosom Buddies." Hank's defining role was as the child in an adult body in BIG. Notable films include: SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLE, PHILADELPHIA, FORREST GUMP, APOLLO 13, YOU'VE GOT MAIL, SAVING PRIVATE RYAN, THE GREEN MILE, ROAD TO PERDITION, CATCH ME IF YOU CAN, CAST AWAY, THE TERMINAL, and THE POLAR EXPRESS.
Tom Hanks won Best Actor Awards for both PHILADELPHIA and FORREST GUMP.
He recently made his directorial debut with the music fable THAT THING YOU DO ! Tom Hanks has truly become a lovable screen persona, like a Jimmy Stewart for the 1990's.
Tom's new films include: THE GREAT BUCK HOWARD, CHARLIE WILSON'S WAR and THE DA VINCI CODE.
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