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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.
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for Frank Borzage in Gail Russell: The Enchanted Star
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In the glamorous world of 1940s Hollywood, Gail Russell, a shy and introverted beauty, emerges as an overnight sensation with her striking looks and undeniable talent. Her ethereal presence on screen captivates audiences, and she quickly becomes one of Tinseltown's most sought-after actresses. However, beneath the glitz and glamour, Gail harbors a painful secret—a battle with crippling social anxiety and self-doubt that leads her to self-medicate with alcohol. As her career soars, Gail falls in love with Guy Madison, a charismatic actor who sees beyond her fragile exterior and recognizes the true depth of her talent. Their love story becomes the emotional center of the film, showcasing the transformative power of love and support in the face of adversity. But as Gail's addiction spirals out of control, her career and personal life begin to unravel. The Hollywood studio system attempts to conceal her struggles, but the public's fascination with her becomes a double-edged sword. Can Gail overcome her demons, find the strength to face her fears, and reclaim her life, especially with Guy Madison by her side?
