As the credits rolled, the audience was still and quiet, we stayed that way for a few minutes before the theater broke out into applause. This film has if nothing more, and no puns intended, alot of heart. Let me start with my girl Sandy Bullock...she did an outstanding job as the southern woman who takes the "big black boy" into her home. Her character is one of those damned if she does, damned if she don't souls. Her characters motives are all too often taken into question. Sandy was touching and most importantly, believable, a quality you can't teach. Tim McGraw as the husband was actually quite the perfect little casting decision. He was not outshined or overshadowed by Sandy, which was a concern of mine, after all Sandy is one of the most charismatic actresses out there. But good ol Timmy held his own and proved to me that he can act. Jae Head, the youngest child of the family, was quite the little scene stealer! He was adorable in Hancock, but he really excelled in this film. Lily Collins, the teenage girl, I felt got a little ripped off in this film. Kathy Bates, when is she NOT good??? Cracks me up! That brings me to Quinton Aaron, the heart and soul of the film, he literally broke my little heart with just the simplest "yes ma'am" or the most subtle look. He was flawless.
Definitely a feel good movie with heart wrenching moments. The relationship between Michael and SJ (Quinton and Jae) was absolutely adorable. The dynamic between Leigh Anne and Sean (Sandy and Timmy), totally awesome power duo. Quinton had a chemistry with each and every character, a true rarity in Hollyweird.
A perfect Thanksgiving film for the family. The direction was superb, the writing was really full of substance. I had high expectations for this movie and for once, I wasn't disappointed! I am not saying I am a fan of McGraws music now, but I am a fan of Tim's. Not saying I'm a traitor and a fan of the Baltimore Ravens now, but I am most definitely a fan of Michael Oher!
GO SEE THIS MOVIE! Tissues may be needed, but I was thoroughly impressed!
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
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