According to the experts, Forrest Gump is one of the best films in the history of cinema. Its success is based on the inspiring phrases, the excellent portrayal of the plot, and especially the complex characters. Each role reflects a reality about discrimination, abandonment, and abuse, but also demonstrates the value of true friendship, maternal love, kindness, and innocence.
The traits of each character fit perfectly with the signs of the zodiac and allow viewers to identify with one of them: whether it's with the positivity of Forrest who has a big heart, the sensitivity of Jenny who defends Forrest from abusers, or the strength and determination of Mrs. Gump who wants to offer her son a normal life.
Aries: Mrs. Gump
Like people of the Aries sign, Mrs. Gump has great energy and is a rock in her son's life. She is loyal, noble, patient, and protective, knowing when to defend Forrest and when to let him go.
She always seems to be in control, as well as wise enough to explain anything to her son. Despite her unconditional love as a mother, she never allowed Forrest to be treated differently, preparing him for the future and success.
Taurus: Benjamin Buford "Bubba" Blue
Bubba shares the love of Taurus for food, especially shrimp, and for this reason, he wants to spend his life surrounded by succulent flavors and aromas. Other traits of his personality are persistence, honesty, and patience to achieve his goals.
Benjamin Buford Blue hopes one day to be the captain of a shrimp boat, demonstrating the leadership of the Taurus. In addition, he knows all the preparations of the shrimp in the kitchen, focusing on that aspect throughout the film; being like the Taurus who concentrate on the pleasures of life.
Gemini: Elderly Southern Woman
The Gemini is the most communicative of the zodiac and, without a doubt, the old lady with whom Forrest talks at the bus bench belongs to this sign. Of all the people who sat next to him and listened to his life story, she was the one who listened with the most attention.
She didn't mock Forrest either, she just listened, talked, and treated him warmly. This kindness is characteristic of Gemini people who can make friends anywhere, due to their great capacity for sociability and adaptability.
Cancer: Jenny Currant
Cancer is one of the most emotional signs of the zodiac and this fact stands out throughout Jenny's life. Her great sensitivity and kindness helped her accept Forrest and become his best friend, without questioning his value as a person.
She went through difficult circumstances that prevent her from keeping under control her emotions and her life, for that reason, she is always trying to escape, until she manages to make peace with herself and the world.
Leo: Elvis Presley
Leo is the king of the jungle and Elvis is considered the king of rock and roll. Elvis was the center of attention, as are those of this sign, who love to be under the spotlight for their ambitious, passionate, and theatrical attitude.
In the film, Elvis Presley lived in the Gump family home, where Forrest taught him to dance in a particular way. In the scene he shares with Mrs. Gump, he behaves in a kind and generous way, which is a dominant trait among Leos.
Virgo: Dorothy Harris
Dorothy Harris, the school bus driver, is as hardworking as people of the Virgo sign. She is the driver on Forrest's first day of school and continues to be so when little Forrest Jr. starts school in town.
As a school bus driver, she follows a daily routine and seems happy to have it, showing kindness to the children. So, she enjoys systematic, orderly, and practical habits, just like the Virgos.
Libra: John Lennon
Another famous character in the film is John Lennon. The renowned British musician was characterized by being a pacifist, an optimist, and bringing a powerful message to the world, just as Libras try to do.
In the fiction, Forrest inspires him (by accident) to write Imagine, during The Dick Cavett Show. All of Lennon's dialogues are from stanzas in the song and expose Libra traits such as justice, peace, and balance.
Scorpio: Lieutenant Dan Taylor
Scorpio is a water sign (emotional) but with a lot of fire in its action. That is why they are identified as passionate, determined people with the energy to achieve everything they propose.
Lieutenant Dan Taylor is intense and with deep emotions that make him live immersed in the good and the bad of the situations. Another important trait is the ability to emerge from the ashes like the phoenix, Lieutenant Dan lives a depressed period, but then manages to overcome it and rebuild his life.
Sagittarius: Forrest Gump, Jr.
Forrest Gump and Jenny Curran's son is independent by nature and moves freely without fear or doubt. The Sagittarius are also friendly and gentle, as the child shows when he meets his father.
The optimism of the Sagittarius can be seen in Forrest Jr. when, after losing his mother, he continues to be friendly and interested in learning about life. This search for knowledge is explained by Forrest at Jenny's grave; from there he tells her everything the boy does, like reading and learning ping-pong.
Capricorn: Coach Paul "Bear" Bryant
People born in the sign of Capricorn are ambitious and make decisions based on their objectives. The coach "Bear" shows Capricorn traits when he selects Forrest for his running abilities, without caring about anything else.
The traits of discipline and organization make him a good coach. In addition, Capricorns are also good administrators, practical and have enormous patience to direct their vision towards the goal.
Aquarius: Abbie Hoffman
Abbie Hoffman makes a speech in Washington in front of a large crowd and introduces Forrest before his discourse. This role shows many characteristics of the Aquarians such as involvement in humanitarian causes, a very important aspect for those of this sign.
The Aquarians are regarded as the strangers of the zodiac, because they live in their own way and are often extravagant. They seem to be in another world by being absent-minded, like when Forrest gives his speech and Abbie Hoffman does not realize that the microphone is disconnected.
Pisces: Forrest Gump
Pisces is one of the most sensitive signs of the zodiac, always showing a lot of love for everyone. One of Forrest's traits is compassion, he looks for all his wounded companions, being unable to leave them alone on the battlefield.
Forrest also shows a lot of patience, tranquility and seems to live in a world between reality and fantasy, where there are no grudges. This feeling of floating through life is also felt by the Pisces, who do not mind being misunderstood, because they simply do not realize that detail.