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This is one of the famous scenes from "Forrest Gump": The title character sits on a bench, eats chocolates and reviews his life. Now the box of chocolates has been auctioned for $25,000.

An auction is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're going to get. Even when auctioning a prop from "Forrest Gump" you were only smarter with the highest bid. Under the hammer was the box of chocolates from which the title hero nibbles in a scene from the classic film. The box has Ripley's Believe It or Not! now auctioned for 25,000 US dollars, the equivalent of around 23,000 euros.

The US group announced this yesterday on its website. Ripley's is now the "owner of the iconic chocolate prop used by Tom Hanks in 1994's Forrest Gump." Why did the company charge so much for the box? Maybe because the auction took place just before today's Valentine's Day. Because, according to Ripley's, "candy boxes are synonymous with Valentine's Day."

Forrest Gump - Achiever and everyday philosopher

"Forrest Gump" is one of the most successful films of all time. The film adaptation of Winston Groom's novel of the same name tells the fictional story of a man who, despite his mental limitations, achieves everything in life. Forrest makes a career as a football and table tennis player, he becomes a decorated war hero, rises to become a successful entrepreneur and also finds happiness in his private life.

The feel-good film, which won six Oscars, is peppered with memorable scenes. This also includes the episodes in which Forrest - sitting on a bench and holding a box of chocolates on his lap - tells his changing seat neighbors stories from his eventful life. The everyday philosopher also quotes the following sentence: "Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're going to get."

Less than half a year separates us from the theatrical release of the latest installment in the fast-paced car series. A trailer is finally in sight – but fans still have to be patient.

The "Fast & Furious" series has two official films left for its fans before coming to an end, with several spin-offs expected to follow. "Fast & Furious 10" will mark the double finale in German cinemas on May 18, 2023. While the theatrical release is around the corner, fans are still waiting for the trailer. However, according to Vin Diesel, the lead actor and producer of the series, the trailer will be out in a few weeks. He shared a photo from the filming of "Fast & Furious 10," where Mia Toretto (Jordana Brewster) and her brother Dom (played by Diesel) are hugging, emphasizing the importance of family in the series.

One reason why the trailer has been so long in coming could be the departure of director Justin Lin, who directed five parts of the series. Shortly after filming began, he left the directing post on Fast & Furious 10, allegedly due to creative differences with Studio Universal and Vin Diesel, but remains on board as a producer. Louis Leterrier ("Now You See Me") took over the helm in his place, though the unexpected search for a new director caused production delays.

In contrast to Justin Lin's departure, several familiar faces return for Fast & Furious 10 alongside Vin Diesel and Jordana Brewster, including Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Sung Kang, Ludacris, Helen Mirren, Charlize Theron, Nathalie Emmanuel, Michael Rooker, and Scott Eastwood. Cardi B also returns. New stars include Jason Momoa ("Aquaman"), Brie Larson ("Captain Marvel"), Daniela Melchior ("The Suicide Squad"), and Rita Moreno ("West Side Story").

The second season of the anime "Demon Slayer" will be offered on the Amazon Prime Video platform starting this Monday, February 13th. It is a direct sequel to the film "The Infinity Train.

Following "The Infinity Train," get ready for "Quartier The Pleasures!" The second season of the animated series "Demon Slayer" will be available on the Amazon Prime Video platform starting this Monday, February 13th. It is a direct sequel to the feature film "Demon Slayer: The Infinity Train," which has become the biggest box office success of all time in Japan. Both the series and film are adaptations of the eponymous manga, which can be found at Panini Manga with a total of 23 volumes.

Adapted from the manga phenomenon (with over 150 million copies in circulation) by the formidable studio Ufotable, "Demon Slayer" is one of the most popular Japanese animation series at present. Season 3 is set to be discovered next spring exclusively on Crunchyroll!

As an actress, Julianne Moore would like to be "surprised" more often.

The actress has been making movies in Hollywood since the 1990s, so she has a deep understanding of the industry. However, she is no longer impressed by many of the scripts she receives. In an interview with Total Film, the 62-year-old actress revealed that she is frequently offered roles that are similar to ones she has already portrayed.

"I often get told, 'I was thinking of you when I wrote this script,' and it's sent to me. But they thought of me because I just did something [similar]. I want to be surprised. When you've been around as long as I have, you can usually anticipate what's coming in the script," explains the Oscar-winning actress.

It looks completely different with your new project, 'Sharper.' The twist took me completely by surprise. 'I read it and really didn't see it coming,' reveals Julianne. The thriller will be released on Apple+ on February 17th. 'I'm interested in human behavior and communication,' adds the performer. 'Why do people engage in a cult or in these systems? There must be a deep sense of joy. Let's face it, there are far easier ways to live than what these characters choose. There has to be an element of addiction to the thrill.

The Acclaimed Spanish Director Carlos Saura Has Passed Away. The 1981 Berlinale Winner Died on Friday at the Age of 91, Surrounded by His Family, as Announced by the Spanish Film Academy on Twitter. Saura Has Been a Major Influence in Spanish Cinema for Decades, and His Notable Works Include "Blood Wedding" and the Ballet Film "Carmen," Which Won an Award at the Cannes Festival and Was Nominated for an Oscar.

Saura Established His Reputation in the Late 1950s with His Criticism of the Franco Dictatorship. He Artfully Challenged the Key Ideologies of the Authoritarian Regime - Church, Army, and Family - through Metaphors, Omissions, and Symbolic Imagery. In 1966 and 1968, He Received the Silver Bear at the Berlinale for His Films "The Hunt" and "Peppermint Frappé.

The Grandiose Drama "Breed Raben" Was Released in 1976 and Won the Jury Prize at Cannes, and Was Nominated for the César for Best Foreign Film. The Film Depicts a Child Growing Up in an Oppressive Environment, Reflecting the Dictatorship that Had a Tight Grip on the Nation.

In 1981, He Received the Golden Bear for "Los, Tempo!" Saura Has Also Been Honored with Several Goyas from the Spanish Film Academy, a BAFTA Award from the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, and the European Film Awards' Honorary Lifetime Achievement Award.

For a Long Time, Saura Was Denied Significant Commercial Success, Especially in Germany. He Achieved His International Breakthrough with His Flamenco Trilogy, Which Was Based on Spanish Classic Literature and Became a Box-Office Hit. The Trilogy Began with "Blood Wedding" in 1981, Created in Collaboration with Choreographer Antonio Gades. This Was Followed by the Sensationally Successful Ballet Film "Carmen" in 1983, Which Became a Crowd-Pleaser and a Global Success. The Trilogy Was Completed in 1986 with "Love Magic.

His Last Film, "Las Paredes Hablan" (The Walls Speak), Which Was Released a Few Days Before His Death, Demonstrates the Director's "Tireless Work" and His "Love for the Profession" Until His Final Moments, as Tweeted by the Spanish Film Academy. Spain's Culture Minister, Miquel Iceta, Praised Saura as a "Cineaste, Photographer, and Consummate Artist.

Saura, Born on January 4, 1932 in Huesca, Northern Spain, into a Family of Artists, Created Approximately 50 Films During His Career. He Was Regarded as a Playful and Imaginative Filmmaker with a Sophisticated Aesthetic and a Poetic and Documentary Style. The Central Theme of His Work Often Highlighted the Plight of the Poorest, and He Frequently Featured Characters from the Bourgeoisie Struggling with Their Past.

Following Franco's Death in 1975 and Spain's Transition to Democracy, Saura, Enamored with Music and Dance, Gradually Focused His Works on Dances such as Flamenco, Tango, Fado, and the Jota from His Native Region of Aragon, as Well as Argentine Folklore and Opera. Over the Years, Somewhat Reluctantly, He Became Something of an Ambassador for Spanish Culture. In 1992, He Directed "Marathon," the Official Film of the Barcelona Summer Olympics.

Following Franco's Death in 1975 and Spain's Transition to Democracy, Saura, Enamored with Music and Dance, Gradually Focused His Works on Dances Such as Flamenco, Tango, Fado, and the Jota from His Native Region of Aragon, as Well as Argentine Folklore and Opera. Over the Years, Somewhat Reluctantly, He Became Something of an Ambassador for Spanish Culture. In 1992, He Directed "Marathon," the Official Film of the Barcelona Summer Olympics.