I was struck not only by the gentleness of this big man but of the combination of toughness and compassion by Sandra Bullocks character. The scene where she goes to visit his mother to tell her that she will become his legal guardian was very moving. She moved to sit beside her and hold her hand in understanding and sympathy. Michael made me weep. The horrors that he saw and went through and the destitute existence he had. This story was about taking a chance on someone who needed it. It was about how much you GET when you GIVE. I would recommend this move to anyone.