The Blind Side

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The Blind Side

PG-13

2009

2h 8m

Drama

Biography

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Michael Oher (Quinton Aaron), a homeless black teen, has drifted in and out of the school system for years. Then Leigh Anne Tuohy (Sandra Bullock) and her husband, Sean (Tim McGraw), take him in. The Tuohys eventually become Michael's legal guardians, transforming both his life and theirs. Michael's tremendous size and protective instincts make him a formidable force on the gridiron, and with help from his new family and devoted tutor, he realizes his potential as a student and football player.

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Critics Consensus

It might strike some viewers as a little too pat, but The Blind Side has the benefit of strong source material and a strong performance from Sandra Bullock.

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Deborah Ross

The Spectator

08/30/2018

This is a horrid film, and I hated it, and while, I suppose, you can't argue with a true story, you can always argue with the way it is told.

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Candice Frederick

Reel Talk Online

09/12/2017

B

... I must say that I doubt I'd like the film as much had it not been Christmas and just a plain ole good family flick to see with my mom.

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Richard Brody

The New Yorker

01/24/2014

The movie is done with crispness, vigor, down-home humor, and an over-all tang of good feeling, but the pushing of buttons is the work of extraordinary calculation.

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Ema Sasic

Next Best Picture

Mar 27

4/10

While the film earned Bullock an Oscar, it's a win that comes with a lot of complex and mixed emotions, as her character is a big reason why this film has so many problematic aspects.

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

08/30/2023

2/4

Hancock’s movie feels like an overly schmaltzy Disney production. All the realism of the story has been replaced by heavy sentimentality and scenes that play to audience expectations.

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Richard Crouse

Richard Crouse

01/31/2021

3.5/5

There's too much emotional manipulation and huge problems seem to get solved a little too easily for it to be 100 percent believable, but it is an entertaining movie anchored by two very good, but very different actors.

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Igor S

2d

Although a little bit emotionally manipulative and too clean (very Disney like), it is a feel good movie that is worth a watch. Sandra Bullock's performance alone makes it a must watch. She was on fire here.

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Mitchell S

@Mitchstur Nov 29

It's heart-warming, a beautiful illustration of family, and one of those true stories that should remind us of what humanity should look like.

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VITALII H

@freakynickison Nov 12

This movie is based on a true story, which is just insane! Stories like this give as nothing but hope that people like Leigh Anne and her family exist! Ppl who want simply to offer some help to a person in need because they just can help. This is very inspiring, hopeful and simply incredible. An absolute must watch!

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Stephen C

@bob25009 Nov 4

Based on a true story in 2 hours and 8 minutes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The worldwide gross is $309,231,694.00!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Filmed on November 20th, 2009, in color!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Copyright 2009-2025 by Warner Brothers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Aug 19

Powerful story about family and football. Basically the American Dream. 4/5 stars.

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Mitch B

Jul 9

It's not bad but not great. A bit pretentious but Bullock and Mcgraw steadily carry the movie.

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Synopsis

Michael Oher (Quinton Aaron), a homeless black teen, has drifted in and out of the school system for years. Then Leigh Anne Tuohy (Sandra Bullock) and her husband, Sean (Tim McGraw), take him in. The Tuohys eventually become Michael's legal guardians, transforming both his life and theirs. Michael's tremendous size and protective instincts make him a formidable force on the gridiron, and with help from his new family and devoted tutor, he realizes his potential as a student and football player.

Director: John Lee Hancock
Producer: Gil Netter, Broderick Johnson, Andrew A. Kosove
Distributor: Warner Bros.
Production Co: Gil Netter
Rating: PG-13 (Drug References|Brief Violence|Sexual References)
Genre: Drama, Biography
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 20, 2009, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 1, 2013
Box Office (Gross USA): $256.0M
Runtime: 2h 8m
Sound Mix: SDDS, Dolby Digital, DTS

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