Social Inequality In The Blind Side

“He’s a brave kid.” “For wanting to come here.” “For wanting a quality education.” “An education denied him by the poor quality of schools he’s attended.” “I tell you most kids of his background wouldn’t come within 200 miles of this place.” quoted by Coach Burt Cotton from the movie The Blind Side. I believe this inspirational movie is the perfect model of the theme of social inequality. What is social inequality? Social inequality is defined as the unequal opportunities of an individual due to his or her status in society. I believe this movie is a perfect example because it shows how society viewed the heartwarming decision of a rich, white woman to help a homeless, big black teenager. This movie shows social inequality by socioeconomics and
Michael O’her is a homeless teenager who sleeps on a sofa at his friend house. To worsen the situation, he gets kicked out and must live on the streets. In the beginning of the movie, we see another example of social inequality. We see Michael trying to get into the Wingate Christian School, but due to lack of grades and school records, the school board committee refuses to have Michael attend their school. This shows lack of opportunity. Nevertheless, Coach Cotton sees an opportunity for him to play football. The board committee shows a social inequality by refusing Michael’s attendance; nevertheless, they didn’t give him a chance to prove himself and what he is capable of, despite his background information.
In addition to, Michael O’her is now attending a white school, and feels very outcast because of his size and color. In regards to the movie The Blind Side, Michael quotes “I look and I see white everywhere.” “White walls, white floors and a lot of white people.” “The teachers do not know I have no idea of anything they are talking about.” “I do not want to listen to anyone especially the teachers.” “They are giving homework’s and expecting me to do the problems on my own.”