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Thomas Jeffrey Hanks (born July 9, 1956) is an American actor and filmmaker. Known for both his comedic and dramatic roles, Hanks is one of the most popular and recognizable film stars worldwide, and is widely regarded as an American cultural icon. Hanks made his breakthrough with leading roles in the comedies Splash (1984) and Big (1988). He won two consecutive Academy Awards for Best Actor for starring as a gay lawyer suffering from AIDS in Philadelphia (1993) and a young man with below-average IQ in Forrest Gump (1994). Hanks collaborated with film director Steven Spielberg on five films: Saving Private Ryan (1998), Catch Me If You Can (2002), The Terminal (2004), Bridge of Spies (2015), and The Post (2017), as well as the 2001 miniseries Band of Brothers, which launched him as a director, producer, and screenwriter. Hanks' other notable films include the romantic comedies Sleepless in Seattle (1993) and You've Got Mail (1998); the dramas Apollo 13 (1995), The Green Mile (1999), Cast Away (2000), Road to Perdition (2002), and Cloud Atlas (2012); and the biographical dramas Saving Mr. Banks (2013), Captain Phillips (2013), Sully (2016), and A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (2019). He has also appeared as the title character in the Robert Langdon film series, and has voiced Sheriff Woody in the Toy Story film series. Description above from the Wikipedia article Tom Hanks, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Tom Hanks
Frederick Noonan
for Frederick Noonan in Unbroken Wings: The Amelia Earhart Story
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"Unbroken Wings" is a captivating and inspirational biopic that delves into the extraordinary life and mysterious disappearance of Amelia Earhart. She was a brave and determined woman who defied societal norms to pursue her passion for aviation, becoming a trailblazer for generations to come. Despite facing gender prejudice and societal expectations, Amelia's spirit and courage never faltered. Her groundbreaking achievements and record-breaking flights made her an international icon, capturing the world's attention and transforming the world of aviation. The film follows Amelia's most daring challenge: her attempt to circumnavigate the globe in 1937. We witness the challenges, triumphs, and personal sacrifices that defined her life, as well as her unwavering determination and feminist spirit in the face of adversity. Against the backdrop of a rapidly changing aviation industry, Amelia's story serves as a reminder of the power of perseverance and the impact of breaking barriers. "Unbroken Wings" is a must-see film that will leave you inspired and in awe of the remarkable life of Amelia Earhart.
