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from Milwaukee, WI
I hadn't heard much before I bought this movie, but I'm glad I did. It's not like any other movie that I've seen. I couldn't believe how grumpy and racist Clint Eastwood could be. There is a huge twist though that you would never expect and I guess it is his way of getting rid of his burdens carried from the Korean War. The ending hits kinda hard, especially for my girlfriend (who didn't think she would like the movie). I thought it was pretty good overall, but you might want to rent before you buy just to see if it has the same impact on you.
What's great about it: Clint Eastwood, captivating movie, shows a lot of how society has changed for the worse.
What's not so great: There wasn't a lot of great acting outside of Clint Eastwood, but still made a pretty good movie.
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Clint Eastwood scored for the sixth straight time (following Mystic River, Million Dollar Baby, Flags of Our Fathers, Letters From Iwo Jima, and Changeling) with this wonderful drama about widowed war veteran Walt Kowalski (Eastwood) who, having cut off (& been cut off) by his two sons (Brian Haley & Brian Howe), is less than thrilled by the arrival of his new neighbors: a Hmong famly. This contempt increases when he catches one of them (Bee Vang) attempting to steal his prized possession: the title automobile. The youth is disciplined by his family and he apologizes to Walt. This turns out to be the first step toward Walt overcoming his own bigotry and eventually embracing his new neighbors.
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Gran Torino is a great movie in every aspect of the word. I watch it all the time and tell everyone what a fantastic movie it is. Saw it first weekend it was in theaters. The following took my father because he loves Clint Eastwood movies. It was sold out the Saturday we went so we returned the following day. I gave it out for gifts to people that I know enjoy watching good movies. I bought my shortly after it came out.
Unexpected ending. Can't get enough. I am waiting for my kids to be old enough to watch it. I think it is a great learning experience for teens. To know more about gangs and the problems they can cause. To think in this movie a gang is more powerful than family blood. It also shows how people from different background and different generations can turn to each other and be there for each other. This movie is not a disappointment. I think this movie can give parents the opportunity to watch it with their children when they are old enough and discuss so much. The values that people have. The choice people make. The results of the choices people make. Talk about gangs and how they effect so many people not just the people in them. Gangs - are they family? How one person can effect so many people. How people can help others and not realize it until it is pointed out to them. How silence against gangs could prevent other things from happening.
I can't say enough about this movie. GREAT AMAZING FANTASTIC WONDERFUL
What's great about it: Movie is my favorite. Watch it all the time
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While I like the movie Gran Torino, I bought this product specifically because it contained a Digital Copy. However, when I opened the package, I realized it is not a 2-disc package as described and it contains no digital copy or digital copy code. I will be returning this product. If a product doesn't contain what it is stated to contain, I must give it one-star. If upon return, they fix the issue, I will follow-up with further info.
What's not so great: Does not contain what it is stated to contain
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Product Returned
May 26, 2014
I wanted to followup on this. They accepted the return of the product today. They have also submitted the reasons for the return to corporate/headquarters. Hopefully, this will get the title modified so the Digital Copy and 2-Disc wording is removed. While the SKU number of the product received was correct, the description was not. Do not purchase this particular version if you want a digital copy or are expecting a second disc that has Extras or a DVD version. There is no second disc.
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from Greeley, CO
Clint Eastwood did an excellent job, as usual. The story line showed the prejudiced perspective of one individual and how he was able to overcome it with experience and education. At first, I was taken aback by the blatant racism but was won over. The ending was not what I expected but I realize that it had to be that way and the fact that this once very prejudiced individual was willing to lay his life down for someone of a different ethnicity was great!
What's great about it: easy to order, delivered right to my door
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from Joplin, Mo
Everyone i know liked this movie but me, i think Clint Eastwood is a great actor, but not in this movie. He looked tired and old, and tried to be a cowboy but ended up getting shot to save a kids life. It was a good story, but i think they should of had a different actor play the lead role.
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from Atlanta, GA
Utterly predictable, with acting so poor that it borders on ridiculous. If you remember anything about the original Karate Kid, you don't need to see this movie.