Hampton Film Series Presents 'The Blind Side'

Feb. 7, 2012

The College of Central Florida will present the film “The Blind Side” on Friday, Feb. 17. The showing is free and begins at 6 p.m. at the CF Hampton Center, 1501 W. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala.

“The Blind Side,” which was released in 2009, is based on the true story of Michael Oher, a homeless black teen who becomes an All American football player. The 129-minute film was directed by John Lee Hancock. It is rated PG-13 for a scene involving brief violence, drug and sexual references.

The film is the second of the year in the Hampton Center Film Series, a cultural and educational outreach program. The series presents three enlightening films, each followed by a brief discussion. “Stand and Deliver” will be featured on March 9. The series is sponsored by the CF International Film Series, the CF Foundation and The Sircle Inc.

For more information or to reserve a seat, call 352-873-5881.