Tom Hanks 'Heroism In The Film Sully'

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The Oscar sentiments of Tom Hanks and Clint Eastwood have been on a high post the positive vibes sent across by the trailers of ‘Sully.’
Several fans and critics, after watching the recently launched trailers of Sully, acknowledge and agree to the fact that the performance and prowess portrayed by Tom Hanks in the movie directed by Clint Eastwood would at least win an Oscar nomination.
Tom Hanks has excelled in the real life characterization of Chesley ‘Sully’ Sullenberger – not only did he perfectly match the appearance and charisma of the real life hero but also he has dived deep into the characterization of the controversial hero named the “Miracle on the Hudson.” The movie is based on the plot focusing on the heroism of Captain Sullenberger

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