Gary Sinise’s post-‘Forrest Gump’ military activism deserves a biopic

Gary Sinise is executive producer behind the documentary “ Brothers After War” The film , opening Feb. 28 in limited release, finds director Jake Rademacher sharing footage from his time embedded with Marines during the Iraq War .

Sinise took playing a wounded military veteran to heart, creating a second career supporting U.S. soldiers in profound ways.

Sinise’s Hollywood career never floundered despite his extensive military work.

He voluntarily stepped back from the industry in 2019 , though, to care for ailing family members.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences should recognize Sinise with an honorary Oscar .