The Blind Side is about the story of Michael Oher, a homeless and underprivileged young African American who is taken in by the Tuohys, a high class white family, who help him live up to his full potential. He gets an education, begins to play football, and ultimately becomes a successful tackler. The film is based off a book by Michael Lewis.
This is another film in a similar line to Remember the Titans and Facing the Giants. There is an evident theme of race and power and overcoming those odds as well as evident Christian themes. The Tuohys are Christian family who take in Michael Oher and make him part of their family, despite the criticism of their judgmental friends. In this setting Michael finds a home for the first time.
I'm not much of a fan of sports films in general but The Blind Side is more than just a sports film. It is a film about family, racism, and finding your place in the world. Sandra Bullock does a wonderful job in her role as Leigh Anne Tuohy. It's easy to love Quinton Aaron in his role as silent Michael Oher. The chemistry is wonderful on screen which makes it easy to get lost in the story. Nothing feels preachy and we still feel for the characters, even those who don't really like sports. It's a triumph as a film and what a "sports" movie should be.
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