The Blind Side (2009) - Movie Details

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Release Date:	November 20, 2009
On DVD:	March 23, 2010
Genre:	Drama, Comedy, Sports
Director:	John Lee Hancock
Writer:	John Lee Hancock
Cast:	Sandra Bullock, Tim McGraw, Kathy Bates, Quinton Aaron, Lily Collins, Jae Head
Studio:	Warner Brothers
Official site:	theblindsidemovie.com
Running Time:	126 minutes
MPAA Rating:	Rated PG-13 for one scene involving brief violence, drug and sexual references

Based on the book 'The Blind Side: Evolution of a Game" by Michael Lewis. "The Blind Side" depicts the remarkable true story of Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his potential. At the same time, Oher's presence in the Touhys' lives leads them to some insightful self-discoveries of their own. Living in his new environment, the teen faces...

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In The Blind Side, Sandra Bullock pulls off her second box office feat of the year and writer/director John Lee Hancock exceeds expectations with one of the most satisfying drama-comedies of the year. The movie, about the story of NFL football player Michael Oher, is one the entire family can enjoy, even if none are fans of the sport.

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