An everyman who made it to the A-list, star Tom Hanks captures a nerdy charm, earnest heart, and an occasional quiet sexiness in his characters. Los Angeles pop culture purveyors Gallery 1988 have dedicated an entire exhibition to the actor, No Sad Stuff — inspired by his films between 1984 and 1994, Hanks’ golden years. Big, Splash, Turner and Hooch, The Burbs, A League of Their Own, and Forrest Gump make the cut. The group show is on view through June 20, but you can see a preview of the Hanks homage in our gallery.
Aaron Jasinski “Biggie Says Make Your Wish”
Derek Eads “84′ – 94′”
Cuyler Smith “Jimmy Dugan Baseball Card”
Chet Phillips “To Protect and Drool”
Benson Shum “Madison”
Barry Blankenship “God I love This Street”
Amanda Scurti “Ice Cream”
100% Soft “Hanks 1980 – 1992”
FugScreens Studios “Make A Wish”
Jordan Soliz “HAVE A NICE DAY!”
Kate Snow “Sardine?”
Mark Hammermeister “Forrest & Hooch”
Nan Lawson “No Crying”
Oh Sew Nerdy “Home Crap Home”
Ryan Berkley “T.HANKS A MILLION”