Based on the true story of Leigh Anne and Sean Tuohy who take in a homeless teenage AfricanAmerican Michael Big Mike Oher. Michael has no idea who his father is and his mother is a drug addict. Michael has had little formal education and few skills to help him learn. Leigh Anne soon takes charge however as is her nature ensuring that the young man has every opportunity to succeed. When he expresses an interest in football she goes all out to help him including giving the coach a few ideas on how best to use Michaels skills. They not only provide him with a loving home but hire a tutor to help him improve his grades to the point where he would qualify for an NCAA Division I athletic scholarship. Michael Oher was the firstround pick of the Baltimore Ravens in the 2009 NFL draft.
Review
I don't usually feel the need to leave comments but this movie was just to well done not to. I went in expecting more football more hits & highlights & as a huge football fan that was one of the main draws of the movie. The football actually takes a back seat to a wonderful story that is well executed by everyone involved. I've always thought Sandra Bulluck has been overrated but she nails this role & deserves some recognition down the road. The movie is so fantastic that anyone and everyone can relate and feel connected to the characters. The ideal target audience for this movie is children and adults alike. This movie should be an Oscar contender but I know these types of movies rarely ever win. Definitely deserves my vote!
