Review of Lion (2015) by Ryan R — 13 May 2017

Exceptional. The cinematography. The acting. The editing. The story. Although very painful to watch.

This review of Lion (2015) was written by Ryan R on 13 May 2017.

Lion has generally received positive reviews.

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