Touching and inspiring

Rating: 9/10 (28 April 2010)

The blind Side is a very touching movie inspired in 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 potential. 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. The story is very interesting, the plot is convincing enough, it is a drama but it has its very good moments of humor. The cast is wonderful and their performances are excellent. Sandra Bullock giving the performance of her life, no wonder why she took the Oscar home, Quinton Aaron in the role of Michael Oher was a really pleasant surprise, Kathy Bates in a short appearance as Oher's professor was quite convincing and Jae Head, the kid that performs as Bullock's son was and excellent comic relief for the movie. In conclusion, The Blind Side is a inspiring and heart breaking movie worthy to watch and very recommendable