The movie illustrates what can happen when someone is given a chance in life by others

Rating: 10/10 (1 March 2010)

(Synopsis) "The Blind Side" is based on the remarkable true story of Baltimore Ravens offensive left tackle Michael Oher played by Quinton Aaron. Michael grew up in the inner city housing projects with his mother in Memphis, Tennessee aptly named "Hurt Village". Michael's story begins with him being homeless and coming from a broken home with a drug-addicted mother, and an absentee father. Because of his family circumstances, Family Services took control of his life as he was growing up. Unfortunately, he was being bounced around in and out of foster homes, and now as a teenager he has taken it upon himself that he would rather be homeless. By a stroke of luck, and the coach's wish for a player the size of Michael, he ends up enrolling in a private Christian school where the Tuohy kids go. Michael is a quiet person who is befriended by S.J. Tuohy (Jae Head), the youngest Tuohy who's connection to Michael starts the ball rolling. One icy winter night, as Michael is walking down the road to the school gym, where he is sleeping, Leigh Anne Tuohy (Sandra Bullock) with her husband and kids pick Michael up and take him home. Michael is taken in and is accepted by the Tuohy family who wants to help him fulfill his great potential. The teenager faces a new set of challenges that he and his newly adopted family must overcome.
(My Comment) Overall, this is one very good inspirational movie that is a must see. You will learn why the left tackle is so important in preventing quarterbacks from getting hit from their blindside. You will also know that this is a success story going into the movie, but it will still be satisfying to you to see the successes that Michael discovers along the way. The movie is so incredible and charming that everyone will be able to relate and feel connected to the characters. The film has humor, heart, compassion, and reality all rolled into one. It is simply amazing how life is an unknown. Leigh Ann takes Michael home to sleep on their sofa for one night, which turns into a week, and eventually becomes a legal adoption. Sandra Bullock, Quinton Aaron, and the entire cast did a wonderful job of delivering a believable performance. The movie shows a touching illustration of what can happen when someone is given a chance in life by others. This movie will be recognized at Oscar time. (Alcon Entertainment, Run Time 2:08, Rated PG-13)(10/10)