Film Analysis Of The Movie: The Blind Side

The Blind Side is a true story, which makes it all the more heartfelt and inspirational. It is a semi biographical film that is based on the life of a football player named Michael Oher. This film captures his troubled life through high school as he endures various adversities and difficulties. I can relate because it combines sports with family, hard times, school, and the everyday struggles of life. By this wide variety of themes, almost anyone could enjoy this movie. However, for me it struck deeper than just enjoyment. It presented me with a message and inspired me.

Michael Oher was an African American who grew up in the projects of Memphis. During most of his childhood, 17-year-old Michael Oher lived in foster care homes. After being placed with a new family, Mike would often run away to a friend’s home where we would sleep on their couch. His mother abused drugs and

This remarkable story would not have happened if it had not have been for Leigh Anne Tuoey’s making that first step and inviting a complete stranger into her family’s home. She saw potential in someone who had nothing and decided to help. His family and friends used their joy for football to turn one boy’s life completely around for the better. Sean, Leigh Ann, Collins, and SJ accept Mike as he is, with his poor academic performance, and without knowing of his excellent athletic abilities. They show love and mercy to him as they see he has no one to support him in this way. At first they believe he needs them, but they come to learn that they need him just as much. This film teaches people to go the extra mile. It shows that there is more to life than giving donations, paying for a meal or volunteering at shelter. This story is an example to Christians of how they are to open wide their arms to those needing shelter, food, and love. And if this is done, then the others may see Christ shine through