Blind Side

English

Series: Movie Tie-In Editions Ser.

ISBN: 039333838X

EAN: 9780393338386

Category: Education / Higher/Sports & Recreation / General/Sports & Recreation / Football/

Publisher: Norton & Company, Incorporated, W. W.

Release Date: 10/01/2009

Synopsis: The Blind Side is a feature movie based on Michaels Lewiss New York Times bestseller, produced by Alcon Entertainment and distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. The Blind Side tells the inspirational true story of Michael Oher, a homeless black teen taken under the wing of the Touhys, a wealthy white Memphis family. Ohers size and speed on the football field bring him accolades. But learning the games strategy and making it as a student take the help of his new family, coaches, and tutor.Sandra Bullock stars as Leigh Anne Touhy, the sharp-witted and compassionate matriarch. Tim McGraw stars as her sports-enthusiast husband. Oscar winner Kathy Bates plays Miss Sue, Ohers indefatigable tutor. Quinton Aaron has his first major role as Oher. John Lee Hancock, who directed The Rookie and The Alamo, writes and directs the film.Michael Oher was just drafted in the first round of the NFL Draft by the Baltimore Ravens. This edition includes a new afterword bringing Ohers life up to date through college and the NFL.

Awards: New York Times Notable Books of the Year – null 

Blind Side

Illustrated: Yes

Format: Paperback

Height: 1.0 inches

Width: 5.5 inches

Length: 8.25 inches

Weight: 11.22 oz

Pages: 352