The Blind Side is based on the remarkable true story of American football player Michael Oher (Quinton Aaron) who was homeless, ripplingly shy and traumatized until he was taken in by the caring Leigh Anne Tuohy (Sandra Bullock) and her family. They accept him as one of the family and enrol him in school, where he learns to play football.
This is the film that won Sandra Bullock her academy award for best actress. She is absolutely superb in portraying the strong willed mother who fights for the boy she very quickly takes on as her son. Relative newcomer Quinton Aaron is also very beleivable in his role. Kathy Bates is fantastic as the tutor brought in to raise Michaels grades in order for him to qualify for a scholarship.
The film is wonderfully made and is so honestly performed. There is something incredibly genuine about everything in this story. It was very easy to like.
Rating: 4/5
Max
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