The Blind Side (2009)
| Director: | John Lee Hancock |
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| Starring: | Sandra Bullock Tim McGraw Quinton Aaron Jae Head Lily Collins |
| Year of release: | 2009 |
| Running time: | 123 Min. |
| Age restriction: | 13PG L |
| Category: | Biography Drama New Releases Recommended Sport |
Based on the true story of Leigh Anne and Sean Tuohy who take in a homeless teenage African-American, Michael “Big Mike” Oher. Michael has no idea who is father is and his mother is a crack head. Michael has had little formal education and few skills to help him learn. Leigh Anne soon takes charge however, as is her nature, ensuring that the young man has every opportunity to succeed. When he expresses an interest in football, she goes all out to help him, including giving the coach a few ideas on how best to use Michael’s skills. They not only provide him with a loving home, but hire a tutor to help him improve his grades to the point where he would qualify for an NCAA Division I athletic scholarship. Michael Oher was the first-round pick of the Baltimore Ravens in the 2009 NFL draft.
Awards: Won Oscar. Another 4 wins & 14 nominations
