THE BLIND SIDE (Theatrical Release USA 2009)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 4.1|5.0 Starsìììì

The Blind Side—a classic family film worth watching a second time. Superb casting includes Sandra Bullock, Quinton Aaron, Tim McGraw, Jae Head, and Lily Collins. This is an upbeat story for the whole family. One of the best entertainment movies for 2009.

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Storyline

Michael Oher (Quinton Aaron) runs away from foster homes to consistently fend for himself. He finally meets a family who helps him find a life.

Additional Thanks

Thank you to Director John Lee Hancock for directing efforts. Thank you to Executive Producers Timothy M. Bourne, Molly Smith, and Erwin Stoff for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Leigh Anne Tuohy (Sandra Bullock), Sean Tuohy (Tim McGraw), Michael Oher (Quinton Aaron), S.J. Touhy (Jae Head), Collings Tuohy (Lily Collins), Coach Cotton (Ray McKinnon), Mrs. Boswell (Kim Dickens), Denise Oher (Adriane Lenox), and Miss Sue (Kathy Bates).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Yes. Director John Lee Hancock hit the jackpot with his interpretation of Michael Lewis’ novel, The Blind Side: Evolution of a Game. Heart, soul, and great acting place this family movie in a category of its own.

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