Review of Gran Torino (2008) by Thomas B — 26 Jan 2015

Try to miss this one, Eastwood at his worst! In this story this man (Clint Eastwood role) cares more for strangers than his own family.

This review of Gran Torino (2008) was written by Thomas B on 26 Jan 2015.

Gran Torino has generally received very positive reviews.

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