History & Culture Film Series: 'Gran Torino'

See Clint Eastwood's 2008 film "Gran Torino" followed by a moderated discussion.

Eastwood plays Korean War veteran Walt Kowalski.The gruff and bigoted Kowalski begins an unexpected friendship with a Hmong teenager after the teen tries to steal Kowalski's prized 1972 Gran Torino. The unlikely friendship challenges Kowalski's prejudices and forces him to make decisions about a local gang, which is terrorizing his Hmong neighbors. The film is full of moving performances and emotional depth.

TRIGGER WARNINGS: The film contains pervasive examples of racist, bigoted, and strong language, as well as intense violence. The film is rated R. Viewer discretion is advised.

Admission is free and open to the public.