A family great.

Rating: 10/10 (1 January 2011)

I have seen this film 2 times now and each time it managed to put a smile on my face, i have only just got up from watching this with my entire family, ages ranging from 14-76. I can honestly tell you that not one person in that room would have rated it other than 10. Heres a few reasons why: Sandra Bullock did play her part amazingly well but in truth all of the actors seemed to fit and everything just feels quite natural and they support each other fantastically.
The story flows quite quickly but at a pace which i think fits ( you would have to watch the film to truly understand this comment) The occasional one liners that help to disperse the drama and keep a smile on everyones face without making the film seem to corny.
The actual plot is truly inspiring but i don't want to ruin it for you, i can say that only the most steel hearted of people would struggle to feel something.
The so called "negatives" I have noticed many people talking about stereotyping and the poor portrayal of ethnic groups etc. However this is a True story, so how can the story be unrealistic? As for the stereotyping well some of that surely must have come from Michael Oher in which case its not stereotyping but in fact what he saw through his eyes. Some say he is portrayed as a dumb child in need of white Christian aid, when in fact it is quite clearly stated by one of the teachers that he is actually intelligent but just shy. Surely he must have signed off on this book and how he must have seen himself? I would strongly recommend you to watch this film yourself and see your own reaction to it whether it be a simple smile or a sense of inspiration.