For example in the film Gran Torino, Clint Eastwood (Walt) defends a family living next door against a number of gang members. Therefore, in the film Clint Eastwood represents the white man who uses violence to protect others, thus establishing his power and intelligence over the other characters. Walt teaches the young man of the family (Thao) how to be a "real man" by teaching him to swear and talk like a man, teaching him to use tools and be a handyman around the house, and even helps Thao to find a job. . The film subtly incorporates stereotypes of masculinity into Walt's lessons about being a real man. A prime example is the scene where Walt takes Thao to the barbershop so he can learn how to talk and love a real man. This includes mastering insults and swearing while remaining respectful to other men. Other forms of media, including film, television, and video games, show male characters committing horrific and callous acts of violence, such as literally sawing another character in half.