The Blind Side

By Shannon Nystedt
MovieSet.com

Based on Michael Lewis’ book, 'The Blind Side: Evolution of a Game', writer/director John Lee Hancock’s upcoming sports/drama The Blind Side depicts the remarkable true story of Michael Oher, a homeless African-American boy from a broken home, taken in by the Tuohys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his potential. At the same time, 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 an All-American offensive left tackle. Although the book focused mainly on Oher’s story, the film centers more on his relationship with the Tuohys, especially with his adopted mother Leigh Anne, played by Sandra Bullock.

“…I had a hard time explaining exactly who Leigh Anne was. Finally, I just said, 'Sandy, you've got to go and meet this woman.' We went down to Memphis, met the real Leigh Anne, who is Southern, Christian, Conservative, with everything that goes with that. But surprising, somebody who defies definition. She took this kid in and looked out for him. And Sandy immediately goes, 'I get it. I get her. I have to do this because she's this complex and this part scares me so much...'"

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