Review of Lion (2015) by Tameka C — 16 Jul 2017

Such a good movie. Doesn't hurt that Dev Patel is a hottie either.

This review of Lion (2015) was written by Tameka C on 16 Jul 2017.

Lion has generally received positive reviews.

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By Doug T (53) on 02 Jun 2018

Moving, powerful and nuanced....a great movie…

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By Damian Levy (62) for Jamaica Gleaner (62) on 07 May 2018

Lion may be based on a true story, but even so, it should be praised for the matter-of-factness in which it tells its story…

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By Glenn Heath Jr. (311) for San Diego CityBeat (181) on 20 Aug 2018

Leans on simplistic cause and effect to create heightened emotional tension…

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By David C (2,598) on 14 Feb 2018

It would be hard for any viewer to not warm to the true life tale that is the centre piece of Lion…

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By Late R (405) on 23 Jun 2018

With a particularly powerful and immersive first-half and a beautiful, touching ending, 'Lion' is an amazing real-life story told wonderfully…

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By Steven M (1,153) on 14 Feb 2018

It was good but not as adult entertainment. The scenery was good, the acting good. But, little adult dialog that makes movies interesting…

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By Mahmoud R (9) on 09 Mar 2018

A great miraculous story, world class acting and an unforgettable emotional experience that will DEFINITELY leave you with tears…

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By Art S (1,002) on 15 May 2018

Based on a true story, a moving uplifting story that is meant to bring tears of joy to your eyes. Except mine…

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By Tomas Trussow (247) for Film Inquiry (1,269) on 08 Oct 2018

Davis' direction is fairly assured, painting a convincing panorama of both India and (to a lesser extent) Australia as they are seen through…

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By Randy B (299) on 11 Mar 2018

The ending of this movies hit me like a sledge hammer. I was just sitting there, thinking yeah, this is a nice little movie…

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