The Blind Side [PG]

Based on the extradorinay true story of an athlete who was a winner before he ever stepped onto the field. Michael Ohre was a boy who knew little of family and lots of the streets of Memphis. But when he is taken in by well-to-do Leigh Anne, he sees that there is a light at the end of the tunnel.

Alright, so I'm still a little teary and sniffling, but have come away from The Blind Side feeling completely dazzled and warm.

Michael Oher is a boy who has never had a proper education. He knows little about family and has been passed onto other schools to deal with. Upon entering a new school, Michael is immediately seen by the kids and teachers as being dull-minded and simple, not to mention incredibly shy. But there is one teacher and one child who see under the surface. Upon seeing her son converse with Michael, well-to-do Leigh Anne develops an intrigue in the boy and asks him to stay with her and her family for a time. As Michael gets closer to the family, he develops a confidence and a strong sense of responisibility, he must protect them. And he learns what it means to have a family and have people believe in him.

Quinton Aaron who plays Michael was beautiful. I melted when I first saw him with his eyes downcast and shy. Then as he finds friends and family, he smiles and your heart flutters. He was absolutely adorable.

Sandra Bullock is Leigh Anne. She got the Academy Award for Best Actress 2009 for this movie, and I can understand why. Like an onion, there are many layers to Sandra's character and a fair amount of the time she never reacts how you'd imagine she would. Although she wasn't the film's hero, you were certainly rooting for her.

The Blind Side was just a beautiful drama. It had a wonderful story, a heart-warming script, gorgeous characters, and was remarkably simple, which made it all the more powerful. Based on the extraordinary true story, I am seriously considering buying this movie and adding it to my collection. Simply wonderful and totally heart-warming!