Gran Torino
2008
Curmudgeonly Korean War veteran Walt Kowalski (Clint Eastwood, who also directs) must confront his Hmong immigrant neighbors -- and his own long-held prejudices -- when the family's teenage son, Thao (Bee Vang), tries to steal Walt's beloved 1972 Gran Torino. Walt soon assumes the unlikely role of guardian angel to young Thao and his sister Sue (Ahney Her), both of whom are vulnerable to local gang influences.
Synopsis compliments of Netflix
Drama
Only my 2nd Eastwood movie (other was Firefox). Found myself drawn to the crusty old guy character with the heart of a hero. Classic tough-guy Eastwood, but a sweet story hidden in amongst the grittiness.
I really enjoyed this. Great characters, great story. My only real complaint is the lack of focus on the car when the movie is named after it.
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