The 1999 film Forces of Nature is a romantic comedy about a man named Ben Holmes (Ben Affleck) who is trying to get to his wedding in Savannah, Georgia, while a hurricane is approaching. He is forced to team up with a free-spirited woman named Sarah Lewis (Sandra Bullock) to drive there, and they encounter a series of obstacles along the way.
The film explores themes of love, friendship, and overcoming adversity. Ben and Sarah are initially at odds, but they eventually learn to appreciate each other's differences and fall in love. The film also shows how people can come together to help each other in times of need.
Forces of Nature was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $93 million worldwide at the box office. It was praised for its humor, its performances, and its heartwarming story.
The film was directed by Bronwen Hughes and written by Marc Lawrence. It also stars Maura Tierney, Blythe Danner, and Steve Zahn.
Cast
- Ben Affleck as Ben Holmes
- Sandra Bullock as Sarah Lewis
- Maura Tierney as Bridget Cahill
- Steve Zahn as Alan
- Blythe Danner as Virginia Cahill
- Ronny Cox as Hadley Cahill
- Michael Fairman as Richard Holmes
- Richard Schiff as Joe
- Afemo Omilami as Cab Driver
- David Strickland as Steve Montgomery
- Jack Kehler as Vic DeFranco
- Janet Carroll as Barbara Holmes
- Meredith Scott Lynn as Debbie
- George D. Wallace as Max
- Steve Hytner as Jack Bailey
- John Doe as Carl Lewis
- Anne Haney as Emma
- Bert Remsen as Ned
- Bill Erwin as Murray
Director: Bronwen Hughes
Writers: Marc Lawrence
Box Office Gross: $93,900,680
Distributor: Dreamworks Distribution
Release Date: March 19, 1999