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The Blind Side  (12A)  129 mins

Director:  John Lee Hancock

Screenplay:  John Lee Hancock from Michael Lewis's book

Cinematography:  Alar Kivilo

Original music:  Carter Burwell

The Blind Side is based on the remarkable true story of Baltimore Ravens offensive left tackle Michael Oher (Quinton Aaron). Michael, a homeless, undereducated African-American youngster from Memphis, with a drug-addicted mother and an absentee father, is taken in by the Tuohys, a well-to-do Republican white family consisting of Leigh Anne (Sandra Bullock), her businessman husband Sean (Tim McGraw), their daughter Collins (Lily Collins) and young son S.J. (Jae Head). At first, Leigh Anne is simply helping a needy boy in the short term - but it soon becomes long term, as the introverted and gentle but physically imposing Michael discovers a talent for sport. Oher's presence in the Tuohys' 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 a successful football player.

Oscar win:  Best Actress, Sandra Bullock

"It's a wonderful role for Bullock, who delivers her best performance yet as a brash, non-sentimental woman whose exterior conceals a complex, deeply caring woman of substance."  Urban Cinefile

"Aaron's performance is understated and appealing. But this is Bullock's movie, and it is perhaps her best role."  USA Today

For more information, and to see a trailer and stills, visit the official website at  www.theblindsidemovie.com

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Last modified: 09-Jun-2010

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