Gran Torino
Disgruntled Korean War veteran Walt Kowalski sets out to reform his neighbor, Thao Lor, a Hmong teenager who tried to steal Kowalski's prized possession: a 1972 Gran Torino.
Release Year
2008
Runtime
116 min
Audience Score
8.0
Genres
Drama
Story Snapshot
Disgruntled Korean War veteran Walt Kowalski sets out to reform his neighbor, Thao Lor, a Hmong teenager who tried to steal Kowalski's prized possession: a 1972 Gran Torino.
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Gran Torino is a intense pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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