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Movie Small Group Discussion Questions: The Blind Side

The Blind Side is based on the true story of Michael Oher, a homeless teenage African American who was taken in by Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy. Michael had no education or skills until the Tuohys ensured he had opportunities to learn and succeed. When he showed interest in football, they helped him qualify for an NCAA scholarship. Michael Oher became the first round pick of the Baltimore Ravens in the 2009 NFL draft.

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Movie Small Group Discussion Questions: The Blind Side

The Blind Side is based on the true story of Michael Oher, a homeless teenage African American who was taken in by Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy. Michael had no education or skills until the Tuohys ensured he had opportunities to learn and succeed. When he showed interest in football, they helped him qualify for an NCAA scholarship. Michael Oher became the first round pick of the Baltimore Ravens in the 2009 NFL draft.

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Movie Small Group Discussion Questions

The Blind Side

Movie Summary: Based on the true story of Leigh Anne and Sean Tuohy who take in a
homeless teenage African-American, Michael "Big Mike" Oher. Michael has no idea who
his father is and his mother is a drug addict. Michael has had little formal education and
few skills to help him learn. Leigh Anne soon takes charge however, as is her nature,
ensuring that the young man has every opportunity to succeed. When he expresses an
interest in football, she goes all out to help him, including giving the coach a few ideas
on how best to use Michael's skills. They not only provide him with a loving home, but
hire a tutor to help him improve his grades to the point where he would qualify for an
NCAA Division I athletic scholarship. Michael Oher was the first-round pick of the
Baltimore Ravens in the 2009 NFL draft.

Discussion Questions:
Prior to meeting in your small groups, select a couple questions from the list below to discuss with your group.

 Why do you think this movie is called “The Blind Side”?


 Would you be willing to take in a complete stranger as the Tuohys did with Michael Oher? What are the
rewards of helping someone in that way? What could be the challenges?
 Did you have a teacher who believed in you more than you believed in yourself? Tell us about that teacher
and what he/she did to push and inspire you. How can you inspire others in your life?
 Did you ever have a teacher or person in your life who you felt was holding you back? Why do you think
one of Michael’s teachers was unwilling to just pass him in order for him to get a football scholarship?
Would you have passed him without him earning the grade? What was the impact of many of Michael’s
teachers passing him along in school when he did not complete the work?
 What was your reaction to how Leigh Ann’s friends treated her when they found out she was helping
Michael? Do you think you would be strong enough to stand up for what you think is right with your
closest friends?
 What were the various trust issues that existed in the movie for Michael?
 What were some issues of racism that existed in this film? Does racism still exist today? Discuss some
current examples. What can you do to stop racism?
 What was Michael’s secret for being able to forget his past and not allow it to impact his future? How does
his determination and motivation impact you? Do you think you can overcome the obstacles in your life to
reach your goals?
 What does it mean to you when someone says they have your back? Do you have people in your life who
have your back? Please share how they have your back.
 In what ways are you helping others in your life right now? If you are not, where can you start?

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