Review of Gran Torino (2008) by Brent B — 23 May 2012

Whenever I see Gran Torino..its just Clint Eastwood's power house performance..and his superb direction..!!

This review of Gran Torino (2008) was written by Brent B on 23 May 2012.

Gran Torino has generally received very positive reviews.

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