Scene, what happened
Michael is walking alone at night in the cold, carrying a plastic bag. Leigh Anne sees him from her car.
She stops, questions him, and then invites him to stay at her house.
How many people are in the Tuohy family before Michael joins them?
4 (Leigh Anne, Sean, Collins, and SJ)
What is “The American Dream”?
The idea that anyone can succeed in life through hard work, no matter their background
Inequality
When some people have more money, opportunities, or rights than others
What two superhero's were meantioned?
Superman and Batman
Michael is staying at the Tuohy house, but he’s sleeping on the couch and doesn’t really have a place. What does the mom do for him?
Leigh Anne realizes this and gives him his own bedroom.
What sport does Michael Oher end up playing?
American Football
What is one example of inequality shown in The Blind Side?
Opportunity
A chance to succeed or improve your life
Sovereignty
The power of a state to govern itself and make its own laws without outside interference
At football practice, Michael doesn’t understand what to do and just stands there while the coach gets frustrated.
Leigh Anne steps in and explains football using family/protection metaphors, which helps him understand his role.
What position does Michael play on the football team?
Left tackle
How does sport function as an opportunity in American society, according to the film?
Sport (football) gives Michael access to education, success, and a better life
Privilege
Advantages some people have because of their background, wealth, or social position
Which president did he show a clip of?
Joe Biden
Michael is driving with SJ in the car. Suddenly, they are about to crash.
Michael instinctively protects SJ with his arm during the crash, showing his protective nature.
What is the name of the Tuohy family’s son?
Sean Jr.
Does The Blind Side mostly support or challenge the idea of the American Dream? Explain briefly.
It does both —
Social mobility
The ability to move up or down in society, for example from poor to rich
How can being superman be nagative? Like David mentioned
Michael is being questioned by the NCAA. They suggest the Tuohys helped him only so he would play for their college.
Michael becomes upset and questions whether the family truly cares about him, leading to conflict with Leigh Anne before they reconcile.
What subject does Michael show surprising strength in at school, helping raise his grades?
History
If Superman represents hope and equal opportunity, and Batman represents inequality and power, which one best represents the USA in The Blind Side — and why?
strong answers should include:
Individualism
The belief that people should be independent and responsible for their own success rather than relying on others
How can Batman be positiv? Dont we usually know him as a bad- ich guy?
He sees reality, brings people together, is mortal and understands he cant save everyone, the system is broken.