The Blind Side

Directed by: John Lee Hancock

Distribution: Quinton Aaron, Sandra Bullock, Kathy Bates, Lily Collins, Tim McGraw

Genre: Comedy-Drama

Runtime: 2h09

Viewers Rating: 3.5/5

Synopsis

Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, is taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his potential. At the same time, Oher's presence in the Touhys' lives leads them to some insightful self-discoveries of their own. Living in his new environment, the teen faces a completely different set of challenges to overcome. 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.