Definitive sandra bullock movies the better film it makes fewer compromises and doesnt shy from showing the true ugliness only hinted at in this movie, but the blind side is more accessible. One of the many turning points in the blind side a movie made up almost entirely of turning points and yet curiously devoid of drama or suspense comes during a. The success of the movie the blind side is wellknown, but its many makingof stories are not. Jul 09, 2012 in the movie the blind side, success is portrayed to be accessible by simply knowing the right people. Taken in by a welltodo family and offered a second chance at life, a homeless teen grows to become the star athlete projected to be the first pick at the nfl draft in this sportsthemed comedy drama inspired by author michael lewis bestseller the blind side. So, check out the true facts from behind the scenes of the blind side. The blind side is a movie made up almost entirely of turning points and yet curiously devoid of drama or suspense. Mar 25, 2010 the blind side 1 5 stars 1 out of 5 stars.
Grounded in the direct, disarming truth of their experience, the movie has a. Nevertheless, few people know the true backstory, and the behindthescenes gossip we all want to know. In the movie the blind side, success is portrayed to be accessible by simply knowing the right people. The storyline features michael oher, an offensive lineman who was drafted by the baltimore ravens of the national football league nfl. Michael lewis book the blind side tells the true story of michael oher, a poor black kid who. The blind side 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. Teenager michael oher is surviving on his own, virtually homeless, when he is spotted on the street by leigh anne tuohy. Introduction to film michael warren february 2, 2014 some people may feel that if a movie wins an academy award that it is a great movie because the film critics have experience, the film critics are paid professionals, and also that. Evolution of a game, details the ragstoshoulderpads rise of michael oher, a oncehomeless africanamerican kid who was taken in by a memphis mom and her family and who, with their help and encouragement, went on to become a top nfl draft pick. The blind side was deemed as an enjoyable movie, despite some inaccuracies. But one of the great treats of the film is the parade of reallife coaches. Nov 20, 2009 one of the many turning points in the blind side a movie made up almost entirely of turning points and yet curiously devoid of drama or suspense comes during a memphis high school football game.
In the blind side, hes pared much of the football analysis of the book away to keep the focus on the family. Although collins is not a potent character in the film, she shows her appreciation for family and love for michael silently. The blind side is a funny but overrated film that somehow is nominated for an oscar for best picture. I en structuralfunctional analyses at genderrole unequal a leadership lesson from the movie the blind side if you havent seen the movie the blind side yet, you should go see it while it is still in theatres. Oscars best picture winners best picture winners golden globes emmys san diego comiccon new york comiccon sundance film festival toronto intl film festival awards central festival central all events. In this film sandra bullock plays leigh anne tuohy, a successful interior designer. My movie critique of the blind side 2106 words bartleby. In a headtohead comparison, one would be hardpressed not to declare that precious is the better film it makes fewer compromises and doesnt shy from showing the true ugliness only hinted at in this movie, but the blind side is more accessible. The blind side should have been a great movie about football. Nov 20, 2009 in the blind side, hes pared much of the football analysis of the book away to keep the focus on the family. She carries herself just fine as a dramatic leading lady, but aside from perfecting her southern accent, her role doesnt exactly break her out of her comfort zone and push her to new levels. Parents need to know that the blind side is a formulaic but uplifting family sports drama based on the true story of football player michael oher. Get the blind side movie complete list of awards won and nominations. The film is based on a true story it was adapted from a nonfiction bestseller by michael lewis, but you never feel.
Feb 05, 2010 199 videos play all the blind side 2009 full movie to the beat. Jun 22, 2015 actor who played michael oher in blind side says to ignore critics quinton aaron, the actor who played michael oher in the blind side movie, doesnt feel sorry for the reallife oher. It is written and directed by john lee hancock, and based on the 2006 book the blind side. Syrupy sports drama uplifts but glosses over deep issues. Movie analysis the blind side john lee hancock submitted by. Jun 17, 2015 the blind side may have impressed critics, but the 2009 oscarwinning film is not a favorite of its subject, carolina panthers left tackle michael oher. The rest of the action is taken up with predictable, hammily acted nonsense. Sep 27, 2017 nowadays, michael oher is one of the most famous men in sports, and the blind side story is one of the most famous true stories in the world of hollywood. The blind side sparks controversy as christian retailer. Nowadays, michael oher is one of the most famous men in sports, and the blind side story is one of the most famous true stories in the world of hollywood. Read what all the top critics had to say about the blind side at. But based on the trailer and the true story, my wife and i are as excited about this as any film in a long time. The real facts from behind the scenes of the blind side. The blind side is a 2009 american biographical sports drama film written and directed by john lee hancock, based on the 2006 book the blind side.
The blind side writerdirector john lee hancock takes the field with another. The movie is done with crispness, vigor, downhome humor, and an overall tang of good feeling, but the pushing of buttons is the work of extraordinary calculation. Blind side the movie peddles the most insidious kind of racism, one in which whiteys are virtuous saviors, coming to the rescue of africanamericans who become superfluous in narratives that are supposed to be about them. True behindthescenes facts from the blind side sports. Advertisement autoplay when autoplay is enabled, a suggested video will.
Many critics are drawing comparisons to precious, a controversial recent film that explores the struggle of an obese, abused africanamerican. Jan 29, 2010 get the blind side movie complete list of awards won and nominations. Actor who played michael oher in blind side says to ignore. As youve seen, it was a major milestone for sandra bullock and quinton aaron alike. Contrary to what many critics are saying, sandra bullock does not give the performance of her lifetime in the heartstring puller of a movie the blind side.
The blind side, of course, is based on the true story of sean and leigh anne tuohy, a white, welltodo christian couple who adopted michael oher, an oversized black teenager from a memphis ghetto. Actor who played michael oher in blind side says to ignore critics quinton aaron, the actor who played michael oher in the blind side movie, doesnt feel sorry for the reallife oher. Michael oher says the blind side hurt his nfl career the. While the blind side has obvious mass appeal, critics are more torn about its depiction of race. 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. T he truelife story from which this oscarwinning movie is taken may well be every bit as inspirational and remarkable as its fans believe it to. Read on to get all of the behind the scenes facts about the film that touched millions of hearts. Enter your location to see which movie theaters are playing the blind side near you. I havent seen the blind side yet, so i wont say anything about the quality of the film. The blind side is the highestgrossing sports film of alltime, and the film has held the record for about a decade. They look pretty good,getting mostly 4 star ratings across the board.
Im inured to reading just about anything on the web, but when i read your recounting of bullocks characters words to the black, confrontive guy, i physically winced. Sandra bullock stars in a film written and directed by john lee hancock the rookie, the alamo. The film garnered a reputation at both prestigious events like the golden globes and the oscars and at the box office. The film has a great story i think it is very uplifting but at times it is so unrealistic it make me roll my eyes. What the blind side says, and doesnt say, about race the. Blind side offensive tackle michael oher tells the real. There is a rich, complex story to be told about michael oher, and his mentor, leigh anne tuohy. The blind side s heart is in the right placehow could it not be, its got so much to go aroundbut thats about all that is.
Dec 07, 2009 what the blind side says, and doesnt say, about race. Jun 18, 2015 the 2009 based on a true story film the blind side was a massive box office hit, beloved by both critics and the viewing public. I think some of the jokes are just plain stupid but some are clever. Her husband sean tuohy played by tim mcgraw is the owner of over 85 fast food franchises including taco bell, kentucky fried chicken, pizza hut, and long john silvers. It tells the true story of the adoption of michael oher by the tuohy family in tennessee and how they helped him go from homeless teenager to professional football star. Why michael oher doesnt like the blind side, the oscar. The blind sidethe true story behind the movie page 8. Movie version of the blind side is why im criticized oher thinks he doesnt get a fair shake from observers because of the movie that depicted his road to the nfl. Sep 04, 2019 true behind the scenes facts from the blind side.
Tamayor baba1 a summary the blind side was a 2009 american semibiographical drama film written and directed by john lee hancock, and based on the 2006 book the blind side. The blind side 2009 rotten tomatoes movie trailers. What the blind side says, and doesnt say, about race. My movie critique of the blind side shannon cowper english 225. Some critics, for example village voices melissa anderson and time out new yorks david fear, have accused the blind side of pandering to the lowest common denominators of racism and classism. I found the heartbreak of a kid that really did ten color at nils skill. The movie, based on the nonfiction book of the same name by michael lewis, is receiving criticism for being too syrupy. The 2009 based on a true story film the blind side was a massive box office hit, beloved by both critics and the viewing public. The movie fudges it it is raised, perfunctorily, only at the very end. Nov 18, 2009 i havent seen the blind side yet, so i wont say anything about the quality of the film. Theres a good story in there, one thats probably worth. Nevertheless, few people know the true backstory, and the behind the scenes gossip we all want to know. The blind sides heart is in the right placehow could it not be, its got so much to go aroundbut thats about all that is. The blind side is a 2009 american semibiographical drama film.
The truelife story from which this oscarwinning movie is taken may well be every bit as inspirational and remarkable as its fans believe it to be. The blind side may have impressed critics, but the 2009 oscarwinning film is not a favorite of its subject, carolina panthers left tackle michael oher. Also read complete information on national award, filmfare awards, cine awards, iifa, screen awards, and more for best actor. She was judged by many of her friends in school because michael was living with her family but much like her mother she did not care what others. It centers on messages about inclusion, the benefits of hard work, and the importance of family. The movie, based on the true story chronicled in michael lewis book the blind side.
It might strike some viewers as a little too pat, but the blind side has the benefit of strong source material and a strong. The critics on the blind side and other new releases. Introduction to film michael warren february 2, 2014 some people may feel that if a movie wins an academy award that it is a great movie because the film critics have experience, the film. Also read complete information on national award, filmfare awards.
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