Finding Forrester

Finally the differences and similarity between Jamal and Forrester brought together two individuals to form a friendship that would last a lifetime. Jamal helped Forrester come out of his cocoon, to venture out into the world and live life once again. Forrester inspired Jamal to write from his heart. Both learned a valuable lesson from each other-never-let life pass you by, you might miss out on something very special.

The movie “Finding Forrester” is about the relationship between a young man who is from the poor end of town and an elderly man who has been hiding away in his apartment. Their relationship starts off uneasy after Jamal breaks into Forrester’s home. As the story progresses the two become friends, but it is more than just friends – it is about slowly learning about each other, the respect that is built for each other, their love of writing and the loyalty to each other that develops. How did two such different people come together and form such a tight bond and friendship?

Two very different people - one common passion. Is this enough to build a friendship on? Jamal comes from a very different world than Forrester. The opening of the movie shows what life was like for Jamal growing up in a poor black neighbourhood, in a single-parent home. For Forrester, he is a recluse, who retreated from life after publishing his book Avalon Landing and losing his family. After a dare from his friends, Jamal breaks into Forrester’s house, leaving his backpack containing his journals. When his backpack is returned, he finds his journals have been edited. Jamal finds the courage to knock on Forrester’s door and asks for help with his writing. After Jamal completes his 5000-word essay on why he should stay out of Forrester’s home, the bond of friendship take hold. Through their mutual interest and as they worked on Jamal writing, they get to know each other and their friendship grows. As the friendship grows, so does the trust and respect for each...