Gran Torino (2008) | First Time Watching | Movie Reaction | Asia and BJ

[@mooncritter721]

Walt was dying. He knew that. He chose to give his life for his friends. That is what love really is. He paid for his sins with love.

[@bryanCJC2105]

He was dying and didn't want to die from sickness. He fixes things. He said he thinks about the people he killed in the war every day and how he didn't want Tao to have that on his soul. He wanted to die for something and give his death the kind of meaning he wanted by giving Tao a life to live.

[@LondonPride25]

My grandpa was a bit like Walt. He fought in France, Holland, Belgium and Germany in WW2 and never talked about it. He was gruff, hard and gave everyone shit, and when you stood up to him you saw a twinkle in his eye like he was thinking "good, you passed the test." He was also the kind of old school man who didn't care who you were or what you looked like - if you felt sorry for yourself and were looking for the easy way out, he had no time for you. If he thought you were trying and struggling, he's break his back to help you. If you said "thank you" afterwards he'd say "alright, it's not a goddamn circle jerk." Those old generations were tough.

[@dennisplesz5129]

Definitely here that you're comment stood out because I actually feel the same way my grandpa also went to war they definitely are some tough old m************ they always thought we were soft from what they went through and I agree but it is what it is

[@Thahorr]

Tough times made tough people

[@josephg.1.130]

Exactly, alot of people miss a big point in the movie, people talked like assholes back then but it doesnt mean they actually are one. Its just how they talk

[@joshythehand2960]

Bless him. My dad's uncle was real close with my dad.. my dad's real dad wasn't around... and uncle Ed served all through the European campaigns as well. He saw things that none of us could possibly imagine. He was literally with delta company at the ardan.. one of the most ruthless battles of the entire war. The Germans pulled off a sneak attack and 15,000 allied soldiers were killed in 2 days

[@chrisoliver5302]

They're not called "The greatest generation" for nothing.

[@markobarsness-ei5eg]

To clarify a Lil bit. Here in MN we have a pretty huge Hmong community. They came over after the Vietnam War as refugees. They brought their customs with. They're pretty great neighbors with bombass food

[@randy6081]

just a little info for you guys when Sue and Tao are coming out of their house to go to Walt's funeral they are wearing the traditional funeral clothing of the Hmong people, that is probably the ultimate showing of love and respect for Walt to go to his funeral and to wear the traditional clothes at his funeral.

[@mstuomel]

I read they don't usually wear these clothing to funerals. So either a misrepresentation or a special show or respect?

[@ranger_savage8406]

​@@mstuomelThe ones depicted in the movie aren't christianized.

[@chrisbell9075]

The white boy that was walking down the street with Sue when they were harassed, that was Scott Eastwood, Clint's real life son who is in a lot of movies now these days. His other son wrote & played the music at the very end that Clint is singing in. I always thought it was really cool how he tries to get his kids involved in his movies in one way or another.. Great reaction as always, you guys!

[@coachmikesfilmroom3111]

As far as Scott, he made him audition and earn the role

[@chrisbell9075]

@@frauleinmona thank you.. Appreciate that. Merry Christmas..

[@Aquilarden]

The end music is written and performed by jazz musician Jamie Cullum and can be found on his album, The Pursuit.

[@leoda_lion4107]

He was also in the Suicide Squad movie.

[@wheredidthetimego8087]

Thanks didn’t know that!

[@dianecomly6132]

I love the message of this movie: - don't judge a book by its cover - stereotypes are stupid - do the right thing

[@GastonBoykins]

- spoilers are gay

[@chrisrowe2308]

I'd add - it's never too late to change - cherish every moment with those you love

[@alexblaze8878]

He didn’t change, he simply realized after he got to personally know his neighbors that they were good people.

[@chrisrowe2308]

@@alexblaze8878 I'd call Walt at the end of the film a changed man

[@alexblaze8878]

@@chrisrowe2308 eh, maybe you’re right. I will say that most people never actually change, they just allow themselves to be what they’ve always been deep inside but have been too afraid to let that part of them show.

[@brianmcmaster5112]

Walt knew his time was short and felt that his sacrifice was worth saving the two kids that befriended him. Walt was a bad ass. Im glad that you finally reacted to this. He saved their lives.

[@mokane86]

Yeah, and as bad ass as he was it would be pretty impossible for Walt to be able to shoot every gang member. Plus any who lived might get off or a light sentence with self defense and continue their villainy.

[@timothycollins1968]

Brian McMaster…..Walt went out like a boss.

[@CodeeXD]

He saved their lives and they saved his soul

[@CrazedPop]

Yeah. I think part of it too was him going out in his own way. Going out fighting, in a sense. I feel like there's a very, very subtle hint that he wasn't going to let this illness take him out. That could just be from seeing scenarios like that a lot before this movie. I loved seeing this for the first time (and the few more that followed). I figured it to be good (you know, Clint Eastwood), but it was so much better than I was expecting.

[@marieoleary527]

Walt was also doing penance for those he killed in Korea, especially that one scared kid who just wanted to surrender .... one of those things he was not ordered to do.

[@redriver6541]

He was dying anyway.....his cancer was incurable.....he went out to free his friend and their family. This movie hits me in the feels...everytime. All of the 99 times ive seen it. Makes my eyes water EVERYTIME.

[@myname-ns1rp]

Seeing the character of the man, a soldier who put it all on the line in the prime of his life, I think he would have done it if he was a specimen of health.

[@az_pit_viper4270]

Same here

[@Reese8531]

Not to mention it was Walt’s fault that the house got shot up anyway!!

[@Flirken1]

You’ve counted exactly how many times you’ve watched it? That’s weird asf. Why do boomers always say such goofy things? Do you also need to put three dots… randomly in the middle of a sentence… for no reason? Such a boomer

[@leftoverporkchop9972]

This is perhaps in the top 50 movies of all time. The key IMO of this movie is not a change in Walter's opinion of anyone, but that he is not racist, and calls everyone regardless of race by what is considered today as a racial slur. He treats everyone the same, and befriends those who earn it, and lets those who do not know it without any misundersrtanding. He is a man hardened by war, and is a product of his generation, but not a hateful man. That is why you end up loving him for what he did for Tao and the family at the end of the movie. Great film.

[@SuburbanSavage]

By having Tao doing work in the neighborhood, he gave the community pride, except for the gang. By having witnesses, who knew who he was, they were compelled to report on the gang for killing one of their own. Through Sue and Tao, the Hmong community accepted him, despite his hostility, in a way that his sons never could.

[@SuburbanSavage]

I think that Walt did what he did because he was at the end of his life, while Sue and Tao were at the beginning of their lives and he did want their futures messed up. Also, he stood on the sidewalk (public property) of the gang house, NOT their lawn, so they couldn't claim a castle doctrine defense.

[@paleo704]

He told the priest he found family and love with Hmongs that he didn’t have with his kids

[@deemonik]

Great movie and reaction. Thao and Sue became more family to Walt than his own family has been. He knew Thao would struggle through life with the gang constantly interfering, his sacrifice put an end to that. Clint Eastwood is a true legend.

[@XCursedProphetX]

I can relate to Toa, I was raised by my grandma and she taught me how to cook and clean. Which is why I was bullied because ‘that’s women work’ but I had a old Vietnam Veteran come by and showed me how to defend myself but also say thank you when someone opens a door for me and treat people right. His name is Russell Grear and I’m honored to say that he’s the best grandpa I was privilege to know.

[@dankelly5150]

This was one of Eastwood's best ever movies!

[@roniboyd613]

So glad you had that grandpa in your life❤

[@joannefoster2793]

Great actor! Many great movies! Ladies man back in the day. Check out some of his other movies. You'd love heartbreak Ridge, he did million dollar baby and tons more!

[@miket8715]

Great story, thanks for sharing.

[@mikeydeloa7348]

That is a real Awesome story. I feel that you were truly blessed to have him in your life. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@broodhunter21]

Gran Torino was a muscle car in the 70s. Considered a classic now. Ones in good condition are worth a sizeable amount.

[@frankmiranda9162]

Starsky and Hutch rove a Gran Torino

[@broodhunter21]

@@frankmiranda9162 Yep, they used to refer to if as the "The White Striped Tomato."

[@VivienneFinch]

I'm an old, white lady. My reaction to this movie is the same as yours. We don't know people until we know people. There's good and bad in all of us. Love this movie. Love your feedback. Good job.

[@xxshaggygrxx1792]

Homegirl got it right. He was already dying and learned to love these guys almost as extended family. Him going out like that was the best gesture he probably felt he could give them while at the same time coming to terms with his inner demons. Loved this movie ❤️

[@kossakken]

Plus, I think he would much rather go out like that than to wither away in his bed or in some home.

[@tanyahayes1468]

Also he did not have anything left. He was sick and dying and the love of his life was gone. This was a great movie!

[@wowplayer160]

Even though she didn't even know who clint eastwood was...

[@1retiredknight]

It wasn't just for one family. He lead to whole neighborhood in realizing they could stand up to the gang. They wouldn't go to the police for themselves, but they all felt they owed it to Walt.

[@venetoaward]

Gran Torino is a great movie to watch especially these days. We're used to judge people by their words instead of their actions. Words are meaningless, actions are meaningful. There are a lot of people who talk good and act bad and a lot of people who talk "bad" and act good.

[@hanng1242]

Right? I'm not even sure if Walt was even really a racist in the beginning. We see that he addresses his own friends with racial slurs, but it is clear that they are friends, so he must not be doing it to be a racist. It was probably the same with his neighbors. He was just driving by and stopped to help Sue; this was before she had engaged with him - heck it is probably why she decided to engage with him. He didn't need to do that, and if he really hated the Hmong, why would he bother getting involved? Similarly the first time Walt is over and goes down to the basement, he calls all the people there derogatory names, but he does it while he is giving Thao dating advice. Complaining about stuff like "racist" jokes demonstrates that the whiner understands neither humor nor racism. It shows that such a person cannot see past the superficial, and likely believes things like voter ID being racist based upon the assumption that blacks are to ignorant or stupid to do such a basic and necessary act like getting a drivers license; it's like such people are judging other people by skin color or something - you know, racism. One interesting line was when the priest was trying to get Walt to go to confession and referred to stuff Walt was ordered to do, but Walt replies that it is what he was not ordered to do that really haunted him. He probably isn't recalling serious war crimes here, but I could see him doing something like shooting an enemy who was surrendering or had surrendered to take revenge for one of his fellow soldiers getting killed. His apparent racism towards his neighbors could actually be a defense mechanism to deal with what he did in Korea - if he can dehumanize the Hmong in his own mind, he can live with himself after doing what he did to the Koreans (or the Chinese, depending on what part of the war he was in).

[@libertyjustice1620]

One of the wisest things I've read in a very long time.

[@robertawesome2410]

So true, if you grew up in a big city like I did(LA, Ca), everyone 'busted balls' I'm half Polish(dad's side) & Half Italian(mom's side) and heard Every Polish & Mob Italian jokes in the book about a million times growing up in the 60s, 70s, 80s, did I cry? No, I just give it right back, and ended up becoming friends with most of them .

[@sandragill9916]

What they do

[@terricooper3678]

I lived in Minneapolis when this movie came out. There is a large Hmong population there and they hired many Hmong people from the community for the film. They had trouble finding Hmong actors. I love that they made the effort to hire actual Hmong people for the film. They all did a wonderful job. I love that Walt is a complicated, flawed person who makes a selfless choice in the end.

[@willvr4]

Yeah, that's really cool. This movie alone brought a lot of attention to the Hmong community.

[@joeday4293]

Clint Eastwood has always done that in his own movies, if he was the director or otherwise running the show. He put actual real Native Americans in his Western movies, while Hollywood was still putting white guys in red face in Indian roles. He's featured in a great documentary on the subject titled "Reel Injun."

[@CalicoCooperFan]

The script was written by a Minneapolis area native and originally was written to take place in Minnesota. One of the very few changes Clint made to what was originally written was to have the movie take place near Detroit. This made minor changes in the movie. Instead of the son seeking Vikings tickets in the script, he was interested in Lions tickets in the movie, for example. Allegedly, Clint pretty much kept everything in the script as was originally written.

[@MrRondonmon]

@@CalicoCooperFan Hmmm, someone seeking hard to get Lions tickets is hard to believe 🤣

[@daynechastant]

Walt proved that if you "lose" in the right way, you still win.

[@trottheblackdog]

My Dad served in the Navy in WW2 and Korea, worked for GM and met my mom and lived in Highland Park, an area in Detroit. This looked like their house. I grew up in Flint, but this was my dad. Cranky, impatient and profane. But he had the skills to build a house all by himself. He learned air conditioning in the Navy and made a career of it. The only difference with him an Walt Kowalski was Dad was married three times. Always into trouble. My Dad is interred in the Great Lakes Naval Cemetery in Michigan.

[@wren7195]

Bless and rest your father, and bless you dawg.

[@priestyfoxy-fox7359]

This movie never fails to bring tears to my eyes. A masterpiece.

[@30AndHatingIt]

A lot of people saw previews for the film or clips out of context on KZbin and wrote it off in a bad way… but if you actually watch the movie, it’s an absolute gem. A late career stunner by Clint and, frankly, a masterclass in shedding racial prejudice in an authentic way. Not apologizing on hands and knees, or accepting concepts like “privilege” or inheriting guilt for transgressions of people who are long since dead and going out of the way to kiss a**, but by naturally bonding and becoming friends with others to the point where you don’t even remember having a problem with them. And continuing to bust their balls! A great film, with excellent pacing, all the main and underlying storylines all get buttoned up nicely by the end of the film, and yeah it’s a tear jerker… which shows how great the film is because you’re tearing up over a character you originally found detestable. Boom. Mind blown.

[@RaderizDorret]

One other thing to consider: Clint is old enough to have seen the horrors that the Japanese outright *bragged* about in WWII and the North Koreans were at least as brutal. Walt is a man who saw war as only Asians can bring and the Asians don't play nice (to put it lightly). Genocide was (and still is) standard practice when an Asian state goes to war: they aren't looking to resolve a political dispute, they're looking to annihilate their enemy to extinction.

[@annabodot962]

Clint Eastwood went out of his way to portray the price and privilege of doing the right thing.

[@Overseer2579]

I agree. Anybody who calls this a mere ‘white savior’ movie clearly didn’t watch it. My favorite of Eastwood’s directorial efforts

[@RaderizDorret]

@@Overseer2579 I brought up the brutality of war in Asia as a reason why Clint's character in this movie is such a gem. He's seen Asians at their absolute worst and yet all his bigotry is cast aside to do what it right. He also knows he's dying so he uses what strength he has left to make thing better for good people he has come to care for. Walt is not a White Savior and he is far from perfect. But he is an honorable man at is his core and we all can resonate with that, no matter his overt flaws.

[@30AndHatingIt]

@@RaderizDorret Hard to argue with that when the Communist Chinese killed 50 million people in the 20th century, which exceeded the Soviets 20 million and made the Nazis look like amateurs at 12 million. Oh, and these are the people the world is hoping take charge, doing away with the US. Yeah... sounds REAL f-ing smart.

[@michaelwoods3651]

Unforgiven is another Eastwood classic. One of his best westerns! Great reaction! Walt is an acquired taste. He’s a good man who has a lot of demons. He’s even more bitter once his wife died. She was the only thing he really loved and cared about.

[@LordDisneyland]

Good thing you mentioned "Unforgiven", that's a fantastic piece of Cinema! Eastwood really impressed me as a director for a first, but not the last time. Great film.

[@richardrobbins387]

"Unforgiven" is great! Even if you don't necessarily like westerns. Highly re-watchable like most films he does.

[@alanhightower976]

Million Dollar Baby is another worthy-watch...

[@richardrobbins387]

@@rexkimberley9537 "I've noticed when ya get to DISLIKING somebody they ain't around for long either" 😉

[@brianmcmaster5112]

@@rexkimberley9537 Anazing movie, but all of his Westerns are gold. Need to do all if his mysterious Stranger movies including High Plains Drifter and Pale Rider.

[@worstcaseofcrabsever5510]

Clint Eastwood was a megafamous movie star a half century ago. He was devilishly good looking and had a great sense of humor. He cranked out tons of good movies and made a lot of money for the studios. Something I've learned as I've gotten older is that even the most famous people of all get forgotten after a few decades. It's crazy how so many people don't even know who he is. Eastwood got into the production side of movies in his old age. It turns out he's very creative and insightful. I think he takes the art of film making very seriously and is doing it for the best reasons. Legend.

[@reneerollins4433]

My daughter and her fiance saw him in a tiny corner market and recognized him. When they asked him if he was Clint Eastwood, he smiled and looked at his lady friend and asked her if he was Clint Eastwood that day. She said yes, they all shook hands and went on their way.

[@garrybaldy327]

He directed his first movie at 41 (born 1930), started his production company Malpaso at 37, been directing movies since the 1970s, became a TV star in his late twenties, then movie star in his late thirties. Second movie he directed was High Plains Drifter - a supernatural and sometimes funny western, and something I'd recommend Asia & BJ both watch. He definitely didn't wait till old age to go into production. Unless you think 40 is old 😂

[@StonefieldJim4]

Half a century ago? Half an hour ago. He remains "a megafamous movie star".

[@mikecarson9528]

You nailed it

[@choice12ozborne]

The only people that don't know who Clint Eastwood is have to be not much of movie watchers. I mean he just made his final farewell movie within the last couple years. I think he's 92 years old. To be honest his last movie wasn't the greatest but just knowing that he said that was the last movie or his curtain call kinda makes the movie A little better. Think about all the director Oscars he won. I'm only 22 years as of past October and I really haven't ever heard anyone say they didn't know Clint Eastwood. Oh yeah remember the movies with the orangutan? All those spaghetti Westerns. Dirty Harry movies. I think they should watch unforgiven with Gene Hackman and Morgan Freeman or million Dollar Baby. I'm not really sure why someone chose this as an introduction to Clint Eastwood what to each their own. Have you seen any of the movies I named like million Dollar Baby or unforgiven?

[@tylertilwick6852]

I remember my father and I (both huge Clint Eastwood fans) saw this in the theaters. Come the ending, the two of us and the entire theater were on the edge of our seats. Me and my dad were thinking Clint was going to blast away all those gang members Dirty Harry-style and go to jail knowing Sue and Thao were safe. The moment he got shot, everyone in the theater simultaneously gasped and went dead-silent (no pun intended). My father’s jaw was practically touching the floor and I heard someone in the audience say “Did he… No, he can’t be dead.”

[@frankcastle9691]

Such an underrated movie.

[@manonthemoog]

That had to be an incredible shared experience for you and your dad - and everyone else. The whole room must have been in shock. I know I was the first time I saw this.

[@SPACKLEBOX]

One can find friendship and family in amazingly unexpected places and circumstances. Having a vintage muscle car, some war-era firearms, a heart of gold and nerves of steel helps on occasion too.

[@vindigregorio6697]

He wanted his Dog to sit on the porch forever with the Asian Granny like he did with him. Very cute.

[@Ian_Ah_Nee]

One of the most underappreciated movies out there. So much heart behind it. That ending with the kid driving with the dog always brings a tear to my eye

[@hillsane9262]

@@theduckfromthejoke152 1 Golden Globe for Best Song. So, not really! That song was perfect for the movie and the character.

[@yentavegan8823]

Check out “Two Mules for Sister Sarah “ Clint Eastwood and Shirley McClaine. He’s a hired gun, she’s a nun/whore.

[@wittsullivan8130]

Clint Eastwood was drafted during the Korean War, but he was assigned to a base in California as a swim instructor and life guard. He did win a medal when an Navy torpedo bomber he was a passenger on crashed a few miles off the coast and he helped the pilot make it to shore. He also provided a lot of money to try to recover US POW's left behind in Vietnam. Flocks of young guys joined the Army or Marines whenever he put out a new movie about the military.

[@1607rosie]

I did not know that!

[@jjhoops023]

Personally the most moving scene is his confession. Yes, he's hurt and killed many people as a soldier and that weighs on him, but the things he actually regrets in life and feels the need to be forgiven for are very ordinary. He cheated on his wife once, he 'stole' from the government, and he wasn't a good father. It just reinforces the kind of man he is and the kind of man he wishes he was

[@fredermac7468]

And his 2nd confession is to Thao when he is locked in the basement. Even the screen door is like the screen that many confessional booths have. He is confessing his guilt to Thao for what he did in the war.

[@willneinast5597]

Correct, the true confession was to Tao. The confession to the young priest was just to make the priest feel he had honored the promise he made to Walter’s wife.

[@collinsmith6807]

My grandpa was an old grumpy veteran and this movie always makes me think of him, He was a flawed man much like Walt but despite all that he was a good man who stood up for others and he raised me right. He actually loved this movie. Damn I miss him

[@michaelconnor1542]

Clint Eastwood is one of the greatest film makers of all time. While his personal range is limited, within that range few can match him. From westerns, to hard boiled detective, to emotional drama. He is a force, in front of and behind the camera.

[@Jay_Sullivan]

I love this flick. Walt and Sue are great together. She doesn't get offended by racism and gives it back in a friendly way. It was great to see it at a time when so many people are easily offended by everything.

[@jeffmansfield914]

But, just like the scene where Walt took Tao to the barber shop, it takes knowing someone first. Don’t just be an ass and then act bothered when people take offense. There are lots of people out there who get offended too easily, but there are also tons who want to just blurt out whatever ignorant crap comes into their mind then accuse others of being “snowflakes” when they don’t like it.

[@BigBass-xf5yi]

A very high level chemistry

[@hazardpay8560]

This is the thing the younger generation doesn't get. We talked MAD SHIT to each other all the time. If you give it back the same way it's given to you, more often than not you'll gain respect and likely a friend. Ask yourself... do you talk to complete strangers like that? No, because you don't know if they can handle verbal rough-housing (and if you're honest with yourself, you know that's probably right......people are so damn soft you can't even hint at joking around them... your ass'll end up canceled from social media and fired from your job) But will you call your best friend some of the harshest, most vile shit imaginable? Absolutely.. because you know they aren't soft. It's literally a sign of respect. We go hard with them because we know they can take it.

[@SolidSnake240]

@@jeffmansfield914 Well said. Im all for freedom of speech but people seem to forget that not everyone is gonna react nicely to some ignorant comments.

[@TheDivayenta]

@@jeffmansfield914 👏💯💯💯

[@TroutFlyFisher]

I liked that fact that Sue won him over with love, and she let him be a grumpy old man but knew deep down he was a good man. Walt was old school and just said what he wanted to say, but had a good heart. I loved this movie for all of it subtleties. Favorite was at the end when he explained what not to do to the car. Thao just smiled because he knew Walt wrote it and what he meant underneath it all.

[@jamesteegardner2273]

The lawyer repeatedly apologizing while reading his will really made me laugh cry.

[@mrmoofle]

I think Sue reminded Walt of his late wife. It takes a special kind of woman to deal with a guy like Walt. You learn to not take his shit personally. You roll with it, and use your wit to put him in his place. My mom was that way with my dad. They were married 65 years and three days.

[@sox5131]

One of the most powerful things in this movie was when Walt realized he had more in common with the people he fought against in Korea than his own family.

[@operator0]

The neighbors weren't Koreans, or even Chinese, they where Hmong, who fought with the Americans in the Vietnam War. Walt probably didn't care about that much. They were just some form of Asian to him and so might as well have been Koreans or Chinese. In the end though, he saw them for what they really were, and that's good enough.

[@jadedandbitter]

Hmong are the red headed stepchildren of Asia. Been mistreated, massacred, and generally treated as subhuman for much of recorded history. And the Chinese recorded a lot. Very few ethnic groups have suffered the way they've suffered.

[@ianmichelson768]

Walt realized that he never tried to know his kids... It's a story of realization, redemption, and empathy. Walts wife was the one who got what she wanted... she wanted Walt to repent. Helluva woman to not give up on him.

[@antomic13]

Million dollar baby,is another of his masterpieces,also directed by him,be prepared to shed tears again

[@RE-bg9ds]

I thought Invictus was a really good movie as well

[@h0rr0rshow]

I can never not cry during this movie. Especially that ending. ❤️

[@mr44mag]

People who are more interested in law might have been more amused at it than even I was. There's actually laws based on association fallacy, but regardless, being part of a group that shot up a veteran that was in the process of lighting up a cigarette on public property looks horrible.

[@jamescutler8055]

Clint is a legend, Actor, Director, Producer, Mayor, Singer, Song Writer. Just a life well lived.

[@BigBass-xf5yi]

Gotta admit, I shed a tear my first time seeing this masterpiece. Eastwood is amazing at what he does. I highly recommend “Million Dollar Baby”. Another Eastwood Banger. Clint wrote and sang the Grand Torino song too. Also his son Scott played the “white thug” in that corner scene. Great movie. It was good to watch it again with you guys.

[@bobbobbob9117]

Million dollars baby one of the only 3 movies that ever made me cry leader 49 had room full of gang banger crying 🤣

[@raywideman7157]

I tend to favor Million Dollar Baby over this one, but both are awesome

[@christoperkoteles1206]

Something "river" was really good.. it had fiona from shameless in it. Oh and Sean Penn and Tim..Something..Andy from shawshank

[@bobbobbob9117]

@@christoperkoteles1206 mystic river

[@deanwalker9605]

Yes, Million Dollar Baby is a stone-wall masterpiece

[@Karl-me4mh]

Showing not only, that racial stereotypes are to overcome, but also where these might come from and that the best way to eliminate them is to get together and get to know each other is genious storytelling. It makes both sides 3 dimensional, realistic and relatable.

[@hillsane9262]

The song is perfection, the music, but especially the lyrics. Listen to the lyrics and the imagery of it!

[@jxstified7558]

The whole movie was about growth and he ended up sacrificing himself to make sure his new friends had a decent life as well as he was already dying of cancer. I love this movie and Im glad yall watched it.

[@spydude38]

This is a great movie. Clint Eastwood is a legendary actor, director, and producer. He even sang the song at the end of this movie. His career is long and storied. He has acted in many westerns for which he first became famous for. However, he has also acted in comedies such as "Every Which Way But Loose" and "Any Which Way You Can" and directed and starred in many dramas such as the psycho thriller, "Play Misty For Me", and, "Midnight in the Garden Of Evil", ". He is most known for his Westerns and for his legendary role as Inspector Harry Callahan in the "Dirty Harry" movie and it's many sequels.

[@sinnik98]

There aren't many things in the world as beautifully endearing as Asia's face while she is watching a movie.

[@brandonenglund7516]

This is the second reaction video and I’m just as captivated by her beauty as anything. They are both fun to watch react.

[@JGNM-mp9cs]

"The thing that haunts a man the most...is what he isn't ordered to do." THIS is the most poignant line in the entire film. And probably the best advice any man can ever hear.

[@verygreedy100]

This movie sticks with you. For many reasons. Race, familiarity, common ground, good vs evil...so many things.

[@marksummers666]

of all the great moments in this movie, the shot of Daisy looking sad after walt's death breaks me the most. goddamn PS - another great Clint Eastwood joint (of many) is *Unforgiven* - legendary stuff

[@_Birdee_]

I read somewhere daisy was really his family dog in real life.

[@StinkyGreenBud]

Million Dollar Baby is another great one.

[@stevenbridge6961]

So glad you guys did this movie. I love it. Especially in today's world where people need to come together. This movie shows how that can be done.

[@NightHowl86]

If more people came to understand a person like Walt like y'all 2 did the world would be a better place.

[@TheDivayenta]

True and it goes both ways.

[@1stsharkb8]

I remember watching this movie with my youngest son when he was about 12. He had never heard all of these "words" that Walt used to describe people. I had a time trying to explain the terms and where they originated. Walt has watched his neighborhood go to shit and he is angry.

[@TheDarthSoldier]

Fun fact. Clint Eastwood has always had an amazing voice. He's starred in several musicals. Even in his old age with a growly voice in later years, he can still sing beautifully

[@brittanysandusky9466]

Gran Torino is a beautiful film. So emotional! Please check out Clint's other works as a director. He is masterful. Mystic River, The Mule, Million Dollar Baby. Love you guys 😘

[@dextermilo4668]

Mystic River (that shot of Sean Penn from above when he's kicking and screaming)

[@brittanysandusky9466]

Dexter Milo yes! Gives me chills

[@davidhapka5410]

I've always liked this movie... ironically, my first car was a 1972 Ford Gran Torino in exactly that green color with the yellow stripe 😎

[@MrVvulf]

"Million Dollar Baby" is a masterpiece. It is Clint's best movie along with "Unforgiven".

[@ShockNAweMack]

Look at so many of Clints movies...he always plays the father that's distant from his kids. His kids in the movies either hate or resent him. Always plays the lonely old man. I have an immense amount of respect and admiration for him. Met him on quite a few occasions. Gracious man.

[@paulliversage4479]

Always?

[@timfeeley714-25]

He played a Texas Ranger hunting down an escaped convict (Kevin Costner) that kidnapped a young boy in A Perfect World. In Honkytonk Man he plays a sick, dying country singer in the great depression who takes his young nephew (played by his son Kyle) on an adventure with him to Nashville. I don't think Blondie or Rowdy Yates had any kids.

[@raymonddevera2796]

Not only was Clint Eastwood an actor, producer and director. He was also was a song writer and singer.

[@O___________0]

Is* please 🥺

[@diablonorway1816]

@@O___________0 “In this movie”

[@garylane6227]

Most emotional response I've seen from you two. Great movie.

[@gordo608]

I love watching first reactions to Gran Torino. I remember when this came out on DVD. All of the Vietnam Vets and older Hmong fellas I work with were passing a copy back and forth. They all loved it.

[@thegame2030]

There is no greater love then to lay down your life for another. Great movie and great message with it.

[@Azmodian]

I've a huge amount of respect for Clint and his career. He's 92 now and I think he's finally done with move involvement (his last film was a bit of a flop in 2021). He's had one of those dream lives few can imagine and, although it'll be a sad day when he passes, it'll be outweighed by the sheer achievement and full life he accomplished.

[@baconandleggs]

Clint Eastwood is AMAZING. Even in his 90’s he’s still kicking ass. I absolutely love this movie, Million Dollar Baby is another movie that’s close to my heart. Clint knows how to get emotions out of his audience!

[@lisazaccardimeunier8378]

Yes, that movie has me bawling like a baby.

[@asmr-art1844]

Would love to see them react to this!

[@martystocks1984]

Million Dollar Baby is in my top 5 movies of all time.

[@dougmeredith1640]

Eastwood simply just doesn't make bad movies. Million Dollar Baby was great. One of my favorites was Outlaw Josie Wales

[@Kenny-ep2nf]

this movie is a real masterpiece, I'm soo glad you guys finally reacted to it as it was fun to hear your opinions on the story. I think another reason why Walt sacrificed himself for Tao was because he knew he was dying anyway so he wanted to die protecting somebody instead of just dying of his disease

[@harveyrice1029]

loved how Asia cried at the End..I Love you 2 people such great reactions to everything I see you in

[@StealthDiablo]

A war torn Veteran seeing some ray of light, looking for atonement. Many old time and current vets still struggle with that balance. Great story, awesome reaction!

[@AbsolutePicks]

I'm 43 and I grew up with my own Walt who's name was Art, he was a close friend with my parents and he spoke exactly like this. I heard every racial slur you've ever heard and most likely many you haven't, but I never met a person that was deep down kinder and would do anything for anyone that was in need all while calling you the worst of things lol. He died almost 20 years ago now and this world is a far darker place without him, even if he said some of the most horrible things. Much like the msg of the movie, let your actions speak louder then words, and give respect to those that give respect.

[@wittsullivan8130]

That white kid with the Asian girl was Clint Eastwood's son. His son is almost as cool as his dad. Clint made him WORK for everything he got, too. He even turned him down at a few auditions because either he didn't want it to look like he was making it easy for him or he just wasn't what he wanted for his roles. He had to get acting jobs at other places and the producer or director would call up Clint, looking for favors if they hired his son. Clint would tell them that they needed to treat him just any other kid actor. Clint treated his kids like any other average, old school dad would. Making them work to earn money, not buying them fancy cars and spoiling them like other Hollywood parents. (Of course Clint had a lot of baby mamas on the side, too.)

[@guywhowatchesvideos-z2e]

I found it somewhat romantic how his health gave our just after his wife passed. It truly represents the value of love, and how some cannot live without their other half.

[@foodsafetypragmatist]

Glad you both enjoyed it. It’s an amazing movie. Eastwood is a hell of a director!

[@erickvorst5776]

I remember watching this movie in theaters. When the movie was over the theater was quiet no body made a sound leaving. The ending of the movie took everyone by surprise.. this is a great movie

[@lanolinlight]

Watching kind-hearted people like y'all watch a movie like this is a soul treat.

[@floydmills8963]

This movie has an awesome message!!! If people would just learn to listen to the elderly, they would understand that they went through stuff back in the day and learned from mistakes of the past. But if all the history that's offensive is erased, how can we ever learn from it. There are a lot of offensive things in this world, but they are also lessons to be learned from them. I've been around for only 43 year's, but I've seen a huge change in this world in my lifetime. Remember to be the change you want to see in this world. Peace and love y'all 🤟

[@jamesparson]

Well said

[@AbraCaStabra]

Lol. In fifty years the elderly are gonna be crying about some Twitter spat they had "back in the day."

[@necrosiskoc9617]

My Dad was like this, he had an intense hatred of anyone that was SE Asian looking. It stemmed from him being in Vietnam and he never really got over it. The way he acted, even though I loved him as my father, pushed me in the opposite direction as I have never judged anyone by their appearance. There are good and terrible people of all races and religions, in the end, we're all the same and have to deal with the same problems day to day

[@johnmuir8878]

What an incredible movie. The way they told the story of a man who had hate and discontent in his soul (war will do that) but came to respect and even care for those he once hated.... SERIOUSLY powerful stuff. Good watch back Asia and BJ!

[@hellbillyjr]

Loved yall watching this. Like Asia said, Walt represents a man thats been through shit. He ain't evil, he's just got prejudices. But he's got a good heart. Men like him are real life role models for people in rural areas. Thank yall for watching, thank you for understanding Walt

[@deanna777]

I loved that movie. This was a fun way to "rewatch" it. The two of you have definitely risen to the very top of my favorite reactors list. Much love 🤍

[@DanRamosDR]

I swear, this movie makes me cry EVERY time I see it again but I adore it so much. It's so sad but lovingly so.

[@kyleryneost]

I about died with y’all when he said just don’t eat my dog.. great show guys! I realize half the experience to a movie is just discussing it with everyone else right!

[@JudgeBob]

I loved this movie because it demonstrates the difference between words and actions. These days everybody seems to put more emphasis in words than actions.

[@jameshunt9208]

Indeed.

[@Alvan81]

Then again, if a person don't have 6 months experience to get to know a person as my neighbor I can only judge by the slur you called me (online?.) 😂 But I get your point. I loved this movie, but I think the name calling/rudeness was a little overdone. My Dad's war experience was the same as this character's. His Army buddies were gruff but never so rude to elders/kids at parties etc. On rare occasions, after a beer or two, he'd let us feel the small shrapnel still embedded in his skull. 😂

[@JudgeBob]

Walt judged everybody, harshly, with slurs from day 1 right through to the day he died. But he valued people rightly according to merit and according to familiarity as in his barber. The Hmong showed appreciation dispite his slurs because Walt stood when and where few will even before his final sacrifice.

[@StimParavane]

Because it takes almost no effort to virtue signal on social media.

[@Nikotheleepic]

because people want to feel superior in destroying another, while sacrificing nothing and helping no one, at any possible means or justification so they can feed their fragile narcissistic pseudo morality.

[@Mustang1984]

Asia's analysis at the end was exactly on point. It was about Walt's character arc and breaking through his racist, grumpy, rock hard exterior. Awesome movie.

[@stanblanton7798]

Well done again. I watched this years ago. The ending was a complete surprise. He was too old to really change but he felt he could do this for redemption. You guys make it even more enjoyable. Hope you have a blessed Christmas.

[@maximillianosaben]

At the time this was released, people thought this was going to be Clint Eastwood's final film (He's done many many films as actor, director, writer, producer, etc.). He's directed 10 movies since. Just a legendary man. (He has a pretty insane survival story from his war days that's wild to hear.)

[@eduffy4937]

Walt said it eerily well: "it's not the things you do in war when you're called to do them, it's what youve done when you werent called to do them" that hit home.

[@rustyshaklferd1897]

You left out a few important parts. His doctor told him he was dying of cancer. His sons never wanted to see or talk to him, they just wanted inheritance. He knew he was dying and figured he could protect toad, his sister and family with his death or let toad get killed and his sister r@P€d and beaten while he dies slowly or fix everything and die a little sooner and save them all. They became his family more than his actual surviving family. Awesome movie, great review. One of my top 10 favorites of all time. Glad you guys picked it and did a good job reviewing it. I’ll be back for more 👍

[@davisworth5114]

You two are a beautiful couple, such intelligent reactions, war veterans carry the grief, anguish, and guilt of war that civilians have long forgotten.

[@michaelpoore8368]

This is a great movie. Everything Clint Eastwood is in, is great.

[@MovementGraffiti]

very true

[@DanielRodriguez-eh1qd]

This one always reminds me of my grandfather. He was a marine and served in the Korean War.

[@geneaikenii1092]

This was a really good film. "Gran Torino" had a beautiful storyline and superb acting/directing. Clint Eastwood is a living legend in Hollywood, still today, at 93 years of age. We are lucky to still have him with us. Thanks Asia and B.J. for your reactions and thoughts on this one. I loved this picture upon its release, it was way cool to catch little snippets of it with you guys. Love you both. I really like y'all's style. You both are so funny and come across well as so nice. Just good people. Always liked Texans. Everything is so big, there. That goes for your hearts, I think, too.. Big shoutout from this old, longhaired, Southern boy, here, in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Be seeing you on the next. Much peace, love, and happiness. Later.

[@mitchellwaters0706]

Yep..your ending commentary was spot on..I understand walt..62 year old former marine from south carolina.

[@jeanstrickland2445]

The end always makes me cry too Asia, that’s what we called a muscle cars back in the day

[@Tehui1974]

I'm glad you liked this movie. There are a few other movies that I look forward to you guys reacting to in future.

[@andrewowler1522]

One of the best movies ever made. No one see's the ending coming.

[@nadiap.5900]

Every movie Clint made is a gem, I think you might really like the Mystic River. Thanks for the great reaction, guys!

[@BCvictoria]

This movie is such a gem. I've never been so angry in a movie as when sue walks in all beat up.

[@Lakeshore14]

Thank you for reacting to this great movie. It’s a movie that teaches a few lessons. It’s about overcoming your prejudices and learning people are just people who all struggle for the same things. Love your reaction to this and love your channel. 👏👏🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@Mr.Ekshin]

People think Walt changed in this film... but he didn't change one bit. His will shows that. He merely speaks a different language that might offend some ov,erly sensitive people today. The only ones in this film who changed are the people who actually took the time to get to know him. They realized that he was a good man, and that his language didn't mean he hated anyone. He is just from an older generation that spoke that way in fun.

[@11679MRT]

Such an emotional movie - it would take a hard person not to tear up at the end of that one!

[@gingerbreadman1969]

Sometimes it's frustrating that the same movies get reacted to over and over again, but this reaction was truly enjoyable. Probably the best reaction I've seen to this great movie. Keep smiling Asia 👍♥️💯🔥

[@joegarza49]

It was Clint singing and playing the piano. He was a jazz pianist. Clint also directed most of the movies he starred in.

[@ianrastall]

When he sings over the closing credits it just gets to me.

[@norsethenomad5978]

I will say, as a man, it is ok, permissible, and truly forgivable, to cry to this movie. I have cried every time, and I will continue to cry everytime. This is one of the best movies I have ever seen, and is part of my top favorite movies

[@TheJokesterSCR]

You guys GOTTA watch Million Dollar Baby. It's another movie directed, produced, and starring Clint Eastwood. It's one of the few movies that as a grown man, I can't not cry while watching. It's such a good movie in every possible way.

[@billallen4793]

Terrible movie!..smfh..from Wyoming USA 🇺🇸 🤠

[@crunch9362]

No where close to Unforgiven

[@vlander1992able]

Clint Eastwood has always been my favorite old western actor, as someone who always hated westerns growing up because my grandparents obsessively watched them, I went back and watched some of his stuff after my granddad died since he was his favorite and I realized that every genre of media has a lesson to teach us about our experiences as human beings and I'm better for it. His directing is thoughtful and real in a way that's hard to describe and his acting really sells the human parts of his characters incredibly well.

[@RLGMedia]

I accidentally came across your channel. Gran Torino was a great movie with plenty of surprises and unexpected emotions, even from me. I appreciated your genuine reactions to the movie, the characters, and the storyline through your comments and facial expressions. My hat is off to you. Keep up the great work and insights. I'll be watching.

[@billmcmahon5454]

It's funny how he gave a superficial confession thru the mesh to the young priest, but he gave his real confession to Tao through the mesh to his basement.

[@BullyoTook]

There are a ton of Clint Eastwood movies that are really good and worth reacting to. The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly is one of the best "spaghetti westerns" and is iconic; Dirty Harry is a movie where he plays a badass cop; Kelly's Heroes is a great (and somewhat comedic) WWII flick with a ton of famous actors; Every Which Way But Loose; In The Line of Fire where he plays a secret service agent protecting the President; Heartbreak Ridge; Million Dollar Baby. They are all great movies and worth a watch. Personally I'd start with the oldest movies on that list and work toward the newer ones. That'll give you the best feel for how his career progressed over the years.

[@giannag4581]

You forgot one of his best. The Outlaw Josie Wales.