Based on the extraordinary true story

Starring: Sandra Bullock, Tim McGraw, Quinton Aaron, Kathy Bates, Jae Head, Lily Collins, Ray McKinnon, Kim Dickens

DML Rating: ★★★★★★★★☆☆ - great

"Look, I don't need y'all to approve my choices alright, but I do ask that you respect them. You have no idea what this boy has been through and if this becomes some running diatribe, I can find an overpriced salad a lot closer to home." – Leigh Ann Touhy

Why watch this? Bullock somehow manages to make a rich, over-involved, football Mom likeable.

Plot Summary: This true story follows Michael Oher, a homeless and underprivileged teenager, who is taken in by a wealthy family, the Tuohys. With their support and guidance, Michael overcomes adversity and discovers his potential both academically and athletically, particularly in football.

Dad's Preview: This story based on the true story of Baltimore Ravens offensive tackle Michael Oher, as his adoptive family, led by feisty mom, Leigh Ann Tuohy. I'll admit I enjoyed this feel-good story. The film has been criticized for showing that charity is a vehicle of whiteness to swoop in and rescue black individuals from urban poverty. Regardless, Bullock's performance was universally praised, and I really like young actor Quinton Aaron. Recently Oher has sued the Tuohy's over lies he claims they told him about adoption. So, apparently the story is not over yet.

Alcon Entertainment; Warner Bros.