Gran Torino

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  • 2009


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Average Rating 3.9/5
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2.0
Eastwood directs with his usual relaxed pace and bursts of intensity, a style thats pleasing to watchand which, also as usual, never fully compensates .. Av Club
4.5
Eastwood gives an outstanding central performance, frequently very funny, from a man utterly in control of what hes doing. Den Of Geek
4.0
As director, Eastwoods usual economical yet efficacious style marks the film, but it is his performance that is really the heart of this show. Austin Chronicle
2.0
An unpretentious, often very funny humanist drama which is a small jewel in Clint Eastwoods canon of work as a director and a highpoint in his career .. Screen Daily
4.5
As with Eastwoods other recent films, the film is ultimately a tearjerker with a momentously moving finale. Screen Daily
4.6
Gran Torino is a mature work, self assured enough to let its audience make sense of the situation. Paste Magazine
4.4
Eastwood the director, Eastwood the actor, Eastwood the invincible, Eastwood the old man. Rogerebert
2.0
There are narrative twists and turns in Eastwoods films, but rarely any mystery. Telegraph
4.5
This is the Clint Eastwood we all remember in a perfect final performance. Cinema Blend
3.0
Its clearly a career capping work, and the wry, ornery star turn at its center outshines many of the films flaws. Ny Daily News
5.0
What you have is Clint Im still a bad ass at 78 Eastwood, great characters and a great story. Screen Rant
2.8
I left not knowing whether to laugh or cry, and so I did neither. Philly
5.0
The pleasure in watching this miracle take place is what makes Gran Torino one of the best films of the year! Spirituality And Practice
3.2
The old fashioned melodrama works in the same way it did in the past for those social conscience Cagney and Bogart films for Warners, no better or wor .. Sover
5.0
It makes me sad to think that this is the last well see of the great star/filmmaker onscreen, but this final achievement makes me want to applaud. Combust Ible Celluloid
3.8
Told in a pared down style, this is a humanistic tale, despite the racial epithets and violence. Usa Today
4.5
Its characters find peace through acts of openness, understanding and sacrifice, and it is these arcs that allow the audience to feel a sense of catha .. You Tube
3.5
It finally ends with a showdown, but there is a twist to the story. Lariat
3.5
Walt Kowalski has many of Eastwoods iconic qualities, and even if the movie isnt perfect, the character just might be. Eric Ds Nider
3.0
Gran Torino offers redemption, of course, but that seems like pushing its luck. News Review
5.0
And just when the film feels like it may turn into a revenge thriller, something far more moving takes our breath away. Shadows On The Wall
4.0
Similarly, Nick Shenks excellent script manages to be suspenseful, shocking, emotionally engaging, thought provoking and frequently laugh out loud fun .. View London
3.5
As Korean war vet Walt Kowalski in Gran Torino, Clint Eastwood seems to be playing a crotchety Dirty Harry.I never took Harry Callahan seriously, alth .. Cs Monitor
3.1
Thats what we get here.Your reaction may depend upon how much affection you bring to this film, for Eastwood the ornery, intelligent movie icon, and f .. Boston
2.5
They have nothing entertaining to do, even if they seem self amused at this movies conceit: a mockumentary about big stakes poker.As comedy its flat. Boston
2.5
With his shamelessly overblown ending, Eastwood reveals a taste for something hes never served up before corn. Smh
3.0
Whether it makes for very good drama is another matterin part, because the film presents a relatively deep premise in terms that are simplistic and ha .. Mountain X
4.0
Gran Torino combines the usual elements of Eastwoods recent movies, including melodrama, comedy and social comment but this time the proportions are w .. Npr
4.4
The Gran Torino is no classic, but its a sweet metaphor, representing a time when America was on top. Star Tribune
5.0
Finally, as the film goes its melodramatic way, it turns into a kind of modern western, with Walt preparing for a finale that brings to mind in its sp .. Guardian
3.0
Like its hero, this movie is a great big sentimental softie under its tough guy persona. Guardian
5.0
Clint Eastwood delivers a stunning performance as an angry old man who begins to question his negative opinion about his Hmong neighbors. Reel Talk Reviews
4.0
And thats what the film is about.Its a character driven drama that ultimately has a lot of good things to say about the human condition. Reel Talk Reviews
4.4
Sicario: Day of the Soldado Throughout Sicario: Day of the Soldado, characters talk about things needing to be clean, which pretty much means that a l .. Q Network
5.0
It is already the highest grossing film in Eastwoods illustrious career.Verdict: An old fashioned star vehicle Daily Mail
4.2
And to a movie at once understated and radical, deceptively unremarkable in presentation and ballsy in its earnestness. Ew
4.0
Simply terrific, enormously watchable and an absolute must for all Eastwood fans. Empire
4.5
I wish I could say that cheesy plot synopsis meant the movie sucked more than it does. Movies
2.5
Instead, a ham fisted screenplay sets down the terms of the story with the obviousness of an old fashioned play: Walt (Eastwood) is a recent widower, .. Sf Gate
3.1
Both of the young supporting principals appealingly hold the screen in their interplay with Eastwood, but its his show once a predictably violent turn .. Slant Magazine
5.0
It also features a magnificent Clint performance that is sure to delight his fans. Express
3.8
Its a turn not easily forgotten, from an actor who never will be. The Movie Boy
4.0
While some serious films are so ridiculous that you cant help but laugh (see: Eagle Eye), Eastwoods latest directorial effort actually wants to be fun .. Bullz-Eye
3.8
Gran Torino is a thoroughly satisfying, old fashioned entertainment from one of our remaining American icons. Reeling Reviews
4.5
This is not that movie.This is a disposable made for the Hallmark Channel melodrama, and it would be dismissed as such if it starred Wilford Brimley a .. Flickfilosopher
3.0
And its riddled with and let down by some of the creakiest, most awkward acting youll ever see in a major Hollywood film.But Eastwood makes it greater .. Total Film
3.8
The storytelling style is old fashioned in what it does and unsubtle in the way it goes about doing it, and Eastwood doesnt plumb any new depths in hi .. ReelViews
3.5
The Curse of La Llorona cast members Raymond Cruz, Patricia Velasquez and Linda Cardellini, along with director Michael Chaves, share some personal La .. Calendar Live
4.0
As usual Clint Eastwood the director paces the drama in a leisurely manner letting things unfold in its own due time. Hollywood
3.5
This movie seems even rougher around the edges than much of his past work.Still, its hard to resist. Seattle Pi
3.5
It finally found its way into Eastwoods hands who accepted it and shot it without changing a word of the script. Tony Medley
3.5
Less than solid performances from some of its inexperienced actors tug at the overall effect of the movie, but Gran Torino is a delicacy for its keen .. Coles Mithey
2.5
Though the melodramatic climax is musty as drama, at least its conceptually interesting (in what it pointedly lacks) as the potential bookend to Eastw .. Groucho Reviews
3.8
And while it didnt bother me too much, the audience I saw the film with couldnt resist giggling and groaning. Reel Film
4.0
And leave it to Clint Eastwood to manage to make a bitter racist adorable. 7M Pictures
4.4
In truth, its more in line with Unforgiven, the understated 1992 western that won Eastwood Oscars for Best Picture and Best Director. The Star
3.1
It might have the best of intentions, but its definitely not an easy movie to watch even when the tone grows a bit lighter. Deseret News
5.0
Guaranteed by the Eastwood signature, this is a powerful and satisfying film that is as moving in hindsight as it is an experience. Urban Cine File
4.0
Interpreted by another director, Nick Schenks script might have been merely a sentimental fable of a grinch redeemed. The Age
1.5
The originality of the film is minute, while the story offers few surprises.
5.0
Walt Kowalski growls a lot a dyspeptic rumble that wells up from deep inside his belly when he catches sight of his midriff baring teenage granddaught .. La Weekly
4.0
Gran Torino features a grand performance by one of the greatest ever movie stars its as if Dirty Harry had never been away... Mirror
3.0
Up until this point, Eastwood does a masterful job of using dry humour to diffuse tension and highlight the absurdity of Kowalskis own hateful attitud .. Digital Spy
4.4
It pays off with a very funny and touching movie that delivers its message of tolerance with a most agreeable light hand. New York Post
4.0
Its heart is very much in the right place but, hey..life is never so simple. Abc
4.4
Thankfully, no. As it turns out, Gran Torino is surprisingly earnesta film that is funny and angry and sad for all the right reasons, and remarkably w .. Christianity Today
4.5
Like being ordered to have long hair and smile on stage, but wondering how to smile with a trombone in your mouth.Or repeatedly told youre not good en .. News Blaze
1.3
Otherwise, this cross of 8 Mile and Death Wish looks terribly dated, like the desperate last gasp of pre Obama Era intolerance. News Blaze
3.5
A pleasurably performed character study of racism and redemption, Torino doesnt have much nuance to soothe the demanding filmgoer; the pleasures of th .. Brian Or Ndorf
4.5
Gran Torino is a good film made better by Eastwoods winning performance.
4.0
Screenwriter Noah Stollman infuses the genres of magical realism, drama and dark comedy with mixed results. Nyc Movie Guru
3.8
Eastwood is fantastic as the man who is allowing his heart to warm up to the kids next door and the audience is greeted by some of the best, most lova .. Waffle Movies
4.4
Yet the films portrait of engagement and community may be unique to the macho Eastwoods work as an actor and director. Js Online
3.3
Ultimately, the movie overstays its welcome and entertaining as it can be at times, it just doesnt work as a whole. ComingSoon
2.5
Falling Down), there might still be people enjoying it as the B movie that it is, but no one would be calling it a great film. Montreal Film Journal
5.0
Hell, Eastwood even permits himself to shed a lone tear at the injustice of it all. Sky
3.0
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3.0
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3.0
You will be able to save yourself from getting disappointed of watching nothing but a lame movie. Window To The Movies
3.1
It wears its morals on its sleeve, right next to its cliche heroics and transparently manipulative plot. Chron
4.0
And the inevitable Dirty Harry face off is given a surprise twist, proving theres plenty of life in this old dog yet. Metro
1.9
Its like Boyz N the Hood, but in Detroit with white and Asian people.The movies attempts at touching, inspiring moments are ruined by bad acting. Scene Stealers
4.5
The film is clunky in places... but it is also warm, funny and moving, and genuinely thought provoking about no end of hot button contemporary issues, .. What So
4.5
It is rumored this could be the 78 year olds final film performance. If that is the case, Eastwood goes out on top creating one of his most memorable .. Bowling Green Daily News
3.5
Gran Torino is the ideal Grumpy Old Men with Guns movie they should sell fiber bars at the theater. East Bay Express
4.0
Eastwoods Gran Torino takes us for a hell of a ride down Memory Lane. Tony Mack
4.0
To think Gran Torino is a masterpiece, you have to accept the contrived setups and sledgehammer melodrama. Ny Mag
5.0
Be sure to have tissues handy for an ending that is guaranteed to elicit sympathetic tears. Entertainment Spectrum
3.5
As with most Eastwood flicks, its very dark and drab with an unexpected ending. Reel Talk Online
4.5
It takes the showdown trope so prevalent in his treasured Westerns and turns it on its head. Spectrum Culture
3.0
Eastwood filmed this in a straightforward, old school style, which suits the corny and too predictable story. Orlando Sentinel
4.5
It is a flawed movie, vastly overwritten, with characters pointing things out that weve long worked out for ourselves. Still, the self referentiality .. Spectator
1.5
An elegy for a country looking for atonement after losing its way in macho xenophobia. The Dispatch (Lexington, N ..
4.5
twist... elevates Gran Torino far above the typical vengeance wreaking flick. World Wng
4.5
Eastwood is at his growling best, and the cast of mostly unknown supporting actors is uniformly excellent.This is one of the best movies of the year. Richard Roeper
5.0
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5.0
Eastwood has said that, at age 78, this may be his last time in front of the camera.I urge you not to miss a legend at the top of his game. Crazed Fan Boy
3.5
Nevertheless, Gran Torino is a terrific film and surprisingly funny. Cinema Autopsy
4.4
A naked man who police believe was impaired crashed a car in a Highland Road parking garage Tuesday night, pinning a woman between two vehicles, Baton .. 2 The Advocate
4.0
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1.5
Aside from the somewhat dubious pleasure of Eastwoods tuneful noodlings, Gran Torino is not a very good film. The Tyee
5.0
The youthful embrace of violence as entertainment has given way to a mature rue at the waste, pain and loss that even make believe death entails.Its a .. Blog Oregonlive
4.4
Assuming thats true, its hard to imagine a better final note for the grizzled 78 year old. Washington Times
5.0
That it takes the form of finding much to laugh about in racist slurs, a dying old mans gumption, and the erratically impoverished and gang threatened .. Mubi
5.0
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5.0
But though Eastwood is not above self deprecation and, here, downright silliness, Gran Torino is no orangutan movie. Reverse Shot
1.5
Country: United States Afghanistan Algeria Andorra Angola Antigua and Barbuda Argentina Armenia Aruba Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahamas Bahrain Ban .. Miss Flick Chick
4.5
But Walt marked his territory long ago, and hes not about to abandon a staked claim. Deep Focus Review
4.5
Yet, even though Eastwoods own cinematic iconography cant help but shine through, to see the film as a mere pastiche of his most famous creation is to ..
2.5
Gran Torino is most fun when its working on the level of performance art, and much of the time, it resembles an art school take on an insult comics on .. Blog Spout
5.0
Its because they dont make movies like this anymore that youll appreciate Eastwoods increasingly more refined spin on the tough guy in the modern worl .. Gazette
2.5
This is another Eastwoods deconstruction of his career, and it doesnt give anything else in the movie any room to breathe. Leitch Tumblr
4.5
Covers a lot of ground as it rolls: religion, the toll of war, mortality, what it means to be a man. American Profile



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