The Blind Side

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The Blind Side

PG-13

Released Nov 20, 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.

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

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.

Aug 30, 2018

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Candice Frederick

Reel Talk Online

... 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.

Rated: B

Sep 12, 2017

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Richard Brody

The New Yorker

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.

Jan 24, 2014

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

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 All the realism of the story has been replaced by heavy sentimentality and scenes that play to audience expectations.

Rated: 2/4

Aug 30, 2023

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Richard Crouse

Richard Crouse

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.

Rated: 3.5/5

Jan 31, 2021

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Mike Massie

Gone With The Twins

The plot of uncommon human kindness and charity is a formula for box office success and reasonable entertainment, but the execution is incredibly conventional.

Rated: 6/10

Nov 28, 2020

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Dave S

One of the best sports movies ever made. Great acting and storyline. Nice mix of drama, football and laughs along the way. Bullock steals the show!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

12/01/24

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Chris K

There's no way this many people like this mediocre trash.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

11/06/24

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William B

One of the better sports movies

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

10/11/24

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Iván P

Entretenida, argumento dramático visto miles de veces. Para emocionarte fácil y terminar con una sonrisa en la cara.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

09/09/24

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Audience Member

Putting the controversy with this film aside, I enjoyed The Blind Side even though it is flawed

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

08/29/24

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SkyRo P

"The Blind Side," a movie based on a true story starring Sandra Bullock, showcases her incredible talent in an unforgettable role. She goes above and beyond to bring this film to life. The emotional journey of the athlete portrayed in the movie is truly heart-wrenching, highlighting the struggles and challenges he faced before finding his ultimate support system. It's disheartening to witness the hardships he endured on his path to success. The film itself has become a classic, earning Sandra Bullock an Oscar and solidifying her status as a powerhouse in the industry. The storytelling and creativity behind the movie are truly remarkable. However, the disappointment arises from the recent controversy surrounding the athlete suing the family. It's disheartening to see a story that once inspired love and sympathy now tainted by legal disputes. The accusations of the family using him for fame and his reaction to it can leave a sour taste after years of admiration for the film and its characters.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/27/24

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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
Screenwriter: John Lee Hancock
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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