Review of Lion (2015) by Stephane A — 03 Mar 2017

Best movie I've seen in a very long time!

This review of Lion (2015) was written by Stephane A on 03 Mar 2017.

Lion has generally received mixed reviews.

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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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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 Kurt F (320) on 30 Aug 2018

Probably watched in the summer of 2017. Forgot to write a review…

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By Markus B (30) on 05 Feb 2018

Nice emotional movie, based on true events…

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By Rendy Jones (321) for Rendy Reviews (320) on 29 Aug 2018

It's emotionally compelling first half helmed by a powerful performance by Sunny Pawar drastically deteriorates into a middle of the road indie…

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By Rudi P (10) on 21 Nov 2018

Spectacular story, spectacular movie, 6 stars from 5 available…

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By William W (979) on 19 Sep 2018

Lion tells the endearing true story of a boy named Saroo and his turbulent journey of self-exploration…

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By Frame R (77) on 01 Apr 2018

Amazing film that is beautifully wrote. Dev Patel is astounding. So heartbreaking yet inspiring…

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By Matt Ward (84) for Cinematic Considerations (84) on 19 Dec 2018

Lion is as poignant of a film as it is wholly due to Pawar's unique ability to draw audiences in and captivate their hearts, a talent few adults…

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By Geoff A (86) on 03 May 2018

A very moving true story. And some of the cinematography is amazing. Very well acted - especially by the little boy at the beginning…

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