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Clint Eastwood Gran Torino Blu-ray Movie Review & Trailer

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Have You Seen Clint Eastwood in Gran Torino?

Clint Eastwood's Gran Torino is an amazing movie. I just finished watching it with my husband on blu-ray and we loved it.  It made me laugh and it made me cry and it was a thoroughly enjoyable story.

Gran Torino was made in 2008 and opened on December 12 in North American and on January 9, 2009 elsewhere. Clint Eastwood directed and starred in the film, which was his first acting role after a four year break. The film includes a cast of individuals who are mostly Hmong. Eastwood's younger son, Scott, appears as 'Trey' and his older son provided the musical score.

The story is that of a widowed Korean War vet named Walt who has grown apart from his family and angry at everyone. A young neighbour tries to steal Walt's 1972 Ford Gran Torino and develops a relationship with the old man.

If you have seen Gran Torino, make sure you let us know what you thought of it here on this page. If you have not seen it, read on for more information about this enjoyable movie.

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"Get off my lawn."

Gran Torino Official Trailer

I don't think this movie trailer does Gran Torino justice but it will give you a peek into the film.

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Expert Gran Torino Blu-ray Reviews

Gran Torino Blu-ray Review by High-Def Digest
If you're looking for a movie that encapsulates everything Clint Eastwood is as an actor and filmmaker, look no further than 'Gran Torino.' Efficient, understated direction and authentic performances highlight this simple, affecting story of transformation and salvation. Excellent video and audio transfers heighten dramatic impact, and though a slim spate of supplements will disappoint fans, they can't keep this disc from earning a hearty recommendation.
Gran Torino Blu-ray Review by Blu-ray.com
Powerful, moving, and timeless, Gran Torino represents the ultimate in straightforward moviemaking, where theme and emotional context overpower every other facet of the experience...Supported by the good video and audio presentations, Gran Torino comes highly recommended.
Gran Torino Blu-ray Review by DVDtown.com
The Warner video engineers do a pretty good job bringing the picture to life in Blu-ray high definition. The English soundtrack comes in lossless Dolby TrueHD 5.1 and regular Dolby Digital 5.1, the TrueHD being the default.

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Gran Torino Review From DVDTown.com

"It's always nice to see a character reversal in a story, as Dickens's "A Christmas Carol" has shown for over 150 years. Walt is a sort of Scrooge for the modern age, with a rather overemphatic wallop to punctuate his conversion. While it may sound trite for me to say the movie will make you laugh and cry in almost equal measure, make you squirm, make you cringe, and make you happy at the same time, "Gran Torino" does, indeed, do all of these things. It is perhaps not a great movie, but it is surely a crowd pleaser."

~~ DVDTown.com

"Don't call me Wally."

Gran Torino Review From High-Def Digest

"Combining elements of classic Eastwood characters from years past, this quiet, affecting study of one man's social evolution suits both the actor's strong, silent persona and the director's affinity for introspective, relevant works. With the sure hand and economic style that has defined his cinematic canon, Eastwood takes a simple story and tells it in a straightforward manner, without all the flashy technique that often sabotages the work of his peers. The result is another unforgettable effort that sticks to the ribs and touches the soul."

~~ High-Def Digest

Gran Torino is said to be Clint Eastwood's most profitable film ever.

POLL: Was Gran Torino Snubbed?

Moviegoers voted as they do with their wallets and spent $78 million at the box office to see this film and Gran Torino and Eastwood both received good reviews. Many people felt that there would be award nominations for this movie but there weren't.

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Yes, Gran Torino Was Snubbed

This could be MY response to the poll but Mom of Sons summed it up perfectly.

"The Academy went down yet another notch in my estimation for all but ignoring this masterpiece from the master, Clint Eastwood....The group of unknown Vietnamese actors are PERFECTLY led by Clint Eastwood, as the silent, grouchy, proud, imperfect, highly principled American guy we all know -- or wish we knew better. Gran Torino is poignant, at times funny, and inspirational. It could be Clint Eastwood's career best, Dirty Harry come full urban-American circle. Shame on you, Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences. You goofed by ignoring a lot of classics we all love now, and you goofed on this, big time. (And they wonder why ratings for the Oscar show continue to dive, year after year.)"

~~ Mom of Sons

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Other Versions of Gran Torino Available

Including the widescreen, fullscreen and region-free steelbook set with booklet and digital copy.

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Clint Eastwood's Gran Torino is Rated R

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This is not a Dirty Harry style Clint Eastwood movie. However, I think that it is important for you to know that Gran Torino is rated R or restricted because of violence. There were a few moments that made me uncomfortable. However, I think that sometimes some violence is an important part of a good story and, in the case of this movie, the violence is a part of the struggle for safety and security in the neighborhood.

Another consideration for viewers of this movie is it contains many racial slurs. It is the story of a cantankerous old man who has opinions that are not acceptable today. The main character hates his neighbors because they are not white and makes frequent offensive comments. However, he also hates everyone he comes in contact with including his own family although at least they are not subject to racial slurs.

Despite these two issues, many feel that this may be one of the best movies Clint Eastwood has ever made.

Clint Eastwood's 1972 Gran Torino T-Shirt



Not a car movie but rather a movie with a car, the Gran Torino was not a major character but it sure was beautiful. There is no official movie t-shirt available with Clint Eastwood and his Gran Torino, however there is a t-shirt with this picture available through Amazon in sizes from small to 6XL and in five different colors. Click here to order your Ford Gran Torino 1972 t-shirt from Amazon or maybe one as a gift for somebody else who loves this car.

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The Dirty Harry boxset includes all of the Dirty Harry films, a documentary called Clint Eastwood: Out of the Shadows, a hardcover book, a replica Harry Callahan wallet with inspector's badge and I.D. card, five reproduction lobby poster cards, production correspondence and more.

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Gran Torino Theme Song By Jamie Cullum and Clint Eastwood

Unfortunately, there is no Gran Torino soundtrack available but the theme song is available for your MP3 player.

Check out my favorite songs! I've handpicked these MP3s from Amazon. Take a listen. If you like, you can click to buy them on Amazon.

"I am NOT a hero."

Are you a Clint Eastwood fan? Does Gran Torino sound like a movie you would enjoy?

  • RawBill May 23, 2011 @ 8:59 pm | delete
    You have done a great job on this lens about an awesome movie. I have lensrolled you back. Good work! :-)
  • Toddlerdad Mar 9, 2010 @ 5:07 pm | delete
    I got this film out on DVD only today. I haven;t watched it yet, but this lens certainly makes me impatient to. It seems to me that Clint is becoming a better actor as he ages. I particularly liked him in Million Dollar Baby and can't understand why he didn't win best actor for it (even though Jamie Foxx was pretty good). Cool lens.
  • Nan_Darcey Feb 7, 2010 @ 5:56 pm | delete
    I loved Gran Torino. It wasn't at all what I expected. It's incedibly entertaining yet thought-provoking as well. Clint is at his best! Nice lens.
  • Susan52 Jan 30, 2010 @ 5:11 pm | delete
    Just finished watching Gran Torino and wanted to let you know that we thoroughly enjoyed this truly great movie. In many ways it's disturbing, but in the end it is total genius. Thanks for the recommendation.
  • Tipi Nov 12, 2009 @ 11:29 pm | delete
    This is one that I have yet to see. I'm a fan of Uncle Clint's movies.
    Best wishes for the holidays Brenda, and this lens is blessed!
    Susie
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Clint Eastwood's 1972 Gran Torino

This car was an accessory to the movie and not a major character but it sure is beautiful, don't you think?

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Clint Eastwood's Gran Torino was unexpectedly "poignant, at times funny, and inspirational."

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