- Best for: Ages 13+
- Director: John Lee Hancock
- Cast: Sandra Bullock, Quinton Aaron, Jae Head, Lily Collins
- Reviews: Rotten Tomatoes 65% | IMDb 7.6/10
- Run time: 128 minutes
- Rating: PG-13
Sandra Bullock and Tim McGraw star in this sports drama film, which is based on a true story. It centers around former Baltimore Ravens tackle Michael Oher, facing homelessness as he dips in and out of foster homes. He befriends SJ Tuohy, the son of a wealthy couple, and the mother, Leigh Anne (Bullock), invites Michael to spend Thanksgiving with them. Slowly, he becomes a member of the Tuohy family, and they help him both improve his grades and make the football team. Drama ensures when college recruiters suspect the family, Ole Miss alums, have pressed Michael into signing with the University of Mississippi. Ultimately, it’s a feel-good story, but it will also help fill the void of Friday night football as you doze on the couch post Thanksgiving buffet. For her performance, Bullock won an Academy Award for Best Actress, and the film took home Best Picture.
“It’s such a beautiful film about love, found family, resilience and carving your own path,” Wu says. “It’s definitely something I’d put on during the holiday season, just for the wholesome vibes.”
