Gran Torino, a drama film directed by and starring Clint Eastwood, was released in the United States.
Principal photography for Gran Torino began, marking the start of the movie production.
Clint Eastwood received critical acclaim for his role in Gran Torino including nominations and wins in various award ceremonies.
Walt Kowalski retires from his job at the Ford plant.
Walt's wife dies, leaving him living alone in his Detroit neighborhood.
Walt meets his Hmong neighbor, Thao, after a gang attempts to recruit him and he intervenes.
Walt learns that Thao's cousin has been killed in a gang-related incident.
Walt interrupts a gang assault on Sue, Thao's sister, protecting her from gang violence.
Walt mentors Thao in house chores and masculinity to help him gain confidence.
Walt faces off against the local gang to protect his neighbors and asserts his dominance.
Walt sacrifices himself in a confrontation to ensure the safety of his family and neighbors.
Walt leaves the Gran Torino car to Thao, symbolizing their bond and trust.
