What is the theme in Forrest Gump?

Understand the major themes of Forrest Gump. Get analysis of each theme with related quotes. read more

I see four themes working in the film "Forrest Gump". Ideally there should only be one theme. The most pervasive theme is "Love Conquers All". To a lesser degree are the other three themes: "The Loss of Innocence", "Death as a Part of Life", and "Triumph over Adversity". read more

<<<The key theme in “Forrest Gump” is (to live) life and not to give up on it; it is about managing the obstacles on one’s path. Forrest faces all these challenges, but he pulls himself through them. read more

<<<The key theme in “Forrest Gump” is (to live) life and not to give up on it; it is about managing the obstacles on one’s path. Forrest faces all these challenges, but he pulls himself through them. It is like the phrase his mother told him: “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get”. read more