You think you know Clint Eastwood, think again.

Rating: 9/10 (17 December 2008)

Clint Eastwood has a way of redefining genres. What his unforgettable Unforgiven did for westerns, Gran Torino very well may do for dramas. He loves to head fake his audience as he cleverly sidesteps stereotypical characters and concepts. You think you know Clint Eastwood, think again.
This isn't Dirty Harry or Josey Wales, nor is it Million Dollar Baby or Mystic River. This is come to expect the unexpected 21st century Clint Eastwood. Like a vintage wine, he keeps getting better with age. And like the Gran Torino in "Gran Torino" this is a modern day classic that glistens in the sun.
Without giving away too much let me just say be prepared to laugh your ass off, repeatedly throughout most of the movie. And then be ready to stand up and applaud when he head fakes you again at the end. And then just smile and shake your head as he sings us through the credits.
One of the better flicks of the year.