Gotta agree with mountn man — Hanks has proved himself to be a versatile actor, despite his drift to the Left. He really is one of only a handful artists who compare favorably with Golden Age actors. To me, Hanks matches up with such as Spencer Tracy or Paul Muni.
I might disagree with his politics, but think he is probably one of the best actors of this generation, and an equal of many of the golden age, as you said.
Paul Muni I had never heard of until today. A six time Academy Award Nominee. Most active during the 30’s and 40’s. Died almost 50 years ago.
Tom Hanks is a good guy without Hollywood pretensions, even if he is on the left.