The Blind Side

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The Blind Side

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The Blind Side

Sandra Bullock, Kathy Bates, Quinton Aaron, Tim McGraw, Ray McKinnon

The Blind Side depicts the remarkable true story of Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his p...( read more  read more... )otential. At the same time, Oher’s presence in the Touhys’ lives leads them to some insightful self-discoveries of their own. Living in his new environment, the teen faces a completely different set of challenges to overcome. As a football player and student, Oher works hard and, with the help of his coaches and adopted family, becomes an All-American offensive left tackle. Based on the book The Blind Side: Evolution of a Game by Michael Lewis

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  • kiriyamakazou
    February 7, 2010
    kiriyamakazou
    Seeing this after the immense box office and ridiculous Oscar whispers, it's impossible to avoid how overrated it is. This in no way puts the film down. In hard economic times this is the perfect film. It's feel good, has a message about helping people, and has somebody taking on...( read more) all of life's hardships and coming out on tops. On top of that, Bullock is well cast as a sassy, touch, but still motherly figure. It has bits of humour and plenty of places for emotion. It is aimed at the widest audience possible, which gets in the way of some of the more interesting/ambiguous issues, and there is a sickly "hooray for white people" vibe at times, but if it's well made, solid entertainment you are after, you could do a lot worse.
  • SilentScreamer
    January 17, 2010
    SilentScreamer
    review to come.
  • DerekA101
    January 10, 2010
    DerekA101
    The Blind Side is an inspiring true story chronicling NFL player Michael Oher's troubled path to stardom. Abandoned and homeless with no where to turn, Michael is taken in by a local white family who help lead him in the right direction and help him fulfill his potential....( read more)

    One of the feel-good movies of 2009, The Blind Side will tug on your emotions. These heart-warming true stories have a tendency to do so. Sandra Bullock brings plenty of life to her role as Leigh Anne Touhy, delivering a compassionate, yet tenacious performance as the rigid adopted mother. I don't know if she is catching any Oscar buzz for this role, but she could be a darkhorse for this outstanding performance.

    As realistic as this film may be, it still had its share of trite moments. Upscale, blonde hair, white women cannot march into the ghetto and tell people off and expect to come out unharmed. And then there were the overly dramatic scenes that will leave you rolling your eyes, like when Bullock's character phoned the coach from the stands, or when Oher was penalized for "excessive blocking." These nuisances don't hinder the overall message of the film, but they do prevent it from being great.

    The Blind Side is easily the best sports drama in recent years. Fans of Remember the Titans or Friday Night Lights will be pleased. This is a dignified portrayal of self-discovery for both Michael and the Touhys. The end credits show pictures of the real Michael Oher and the Touhy family which serves to remind us this isn't just a film based on a true story, it IS a true story.
  • franktowers
    January 8, 2010
    franktowers
    its alright
  • rebvodka042099
    January 8, 2010
    rebvodka042099
    I tend to avoid movies with Sandra Bullock in, just because I know they'll probably be very average romantic comedies. But after someone with fine taste in movies suggested it to me, I thought I should give it a shot. And you know what? It was actually pretty good. Not as a film,...( read more) but as a subject matter. I'm generally very pessimistic and doubtful towards humanity's kindness, but this movie proved me that good, accepting, wonderful people exist in real life. I cared for the characters, the two hours flew by, and even though I don't care at all for movies with Christians or baseball in, I got quite invested. The performances were highly likable, and even though not a directional masterpiece, it goes to places and warms your heart.
  • valfritz16
    February 9, 2010
    valfritz16
    story plot was incredible
  • kenny682
    February 8, 2010
    kenny682
    Awesome I love how they gave him a home nice true story movie...
  • missjagger
    February 8, 2010
    missjagger
    what a great movie! Heartwarming brought a tear to my eye more than once! Great acting job by Sandra and Quinton. Truly a remarkable story!
  • briankmeans
    February 7, 2010
    briankmeans
    Should be the BEST movie of the year! Must see to understand.
  • shannonberry82
    February 7, 2010
    shannonberry82
    If you love Rudy you will love this movie.
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