Sandra Bullock’s terrific performance in The Blind Side fetched her The Golden Globe Award for Best Actress (Motion Picture) and numerous awards and nominations. The Blind Side is based on the 2006 book The Blind Side: Evolution of a Game by Michael Lewis. This 2009 American drama-sports film is directed by John Lee Hancock. Starring Sandra Bullock, Tim McGraw, Quinton Aaron, Kathy Bates, The Blind Side is produced by Broderick Johnson, Andrew Kosove, Gil Netter. The Blind Side is the story of Michael Oher (Quinton Aaron), an African-American youngster from a broken family. He is adopted by Sean (Tim McGraw) and Leigh Anne Tuohy (Sandra Bullock) who helped him achieves his potential as footballer. The film is a journey of Michael how he overcomes every obstacle; racial discrimination, his own insecurities, new environment and academic hurdles to play NCAA Division 1 football. The Blind Side is also an insight into Michael’s self discovery.
The film has a touching story that will strike chord with every viewer. Told in a straightforward and simple manner, the emotional quotient is its unique selling point. Sandra Bullock as the rock inspiration for Michael is simply marvelous. Leigh Anne is the epitome of modern women who is all maternal but can be tough as and when situation demands. She perfectly balances her family and work, as a mother and working woman. The Blind Side is more than a sports film. The film also subtly touches upon the topic of family values, social values and the role of environment in up-bringing. The message is clear but doesn’t get preachy at any point. When Sandra meets the drug addict mother of Micheal, she is portrayed with dignity and compassion.
Michael transformation from an insecure teenage to self-confident person is really real. Though he doesn’t speak much but his facial expression says it all. Aaron’s performance is just on the right track.
John Lee Hancock has been successful in translating the book into a moving film. The film doesn’t indulges in cheap sentiment and wins our hearts though direct and honest depiction of life experiences.
Get one step closer to life with The Blind Side!
Starring : Sandra Bullock, Tim McGraw, Quinton Aaron, Kathy Bates
Release Date : 29th Jan, 2010
Language : English
Genre : Drama
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