There’s no doubt that Sandra Bullock would do absolutely anything for her two children, Louis, 9, and Laila, 7. When the beloved actress took home the award for Most Frightened Performance at the 2019 MTV Movie & TV Awards, she used the opportunity to send a powerful message to her kids through her Netflix horror film, Bird Box. It wasn’t just about acting scared—it was about teaching her family a lesson they’ll never forget.
What Sandra Taught Her Kids About Family
In her heartfelt acceptance speech, Sandra opened up about the deeper meaning behind her role in Bird Box. She explained that the film wasn’t just a scary story—it was a reflection of what it means to be part of a family. “I wanted you to see what being a family looks like,” she said. “Sometimes you’re born into a family, sometimes you need to go find it, and sometimes it finds you. But no matter how it comes together, when it does, family is what you fight for.”
She continued, emphasizing the importance of protecting those closest to us. “Family is what you protect, and what you saw in that movie is what your mommy would do for you,” Sandra revealed. With humor and honesty, she added, “And I know that, like in the movie, sometimes it might look like mommy is unraveling. But hey, that’s probably because you’ve pushed her to that place!”
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Why Sandra Made 'Bird Box' for Her Kids
Sandra admitted that she took on the role of Malorie Hayes in Bird Box because her children, Laila and Louis, were always asking her why she never made anything specifically for them. “They kept asking me why I didn’t create something they could relate to,” she shared. So, she decided to make a movie that would resonate with them on a personal level.
After finishing the film, Sandra excitedly presented it to her kids. “When I finished the film, I went to my babies and said, ‘Here, Mommy made this for you,’” she told the audience. She joked that they wouldn’t actually be able to watch it until they turned 21 since “apparently, a movie about being a mommy is considered a horror film.” But she assured them, “You will know when you see it that there isn’t anything I wouldn’t do for you.”
Sandra's Special Moment at the MTV Movie & TV Awards
Not only did Sandra bring home an award, but she also brought her son along for the experience. “I would like to thank MTV and all of you who recognized my fear,” she began. “Because it allowed me to be here tonight and bring my Marvel-loving, DC-loving
