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Clint Eastwood makes no secret of his love for his hometown of Carmel, California.

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His Dirty Harry character uttered the iconic line, "You've got to ask yourself one question, do I feel lucky?" but it's Clint himself who has found good fortune in the coastal California town.

From opening the world-class Tehama Golf Club and owning the historic Mission Ranch, to at one point being the Mayor of Carmel, Clint's influence can be felt all over the area.

The Oscar winner even chose Carmel to play host to a special screening of his upcoming film, J. Edgar, at the Carmel Art and Film Festival.

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