Review of Lion (2015) by James D — 25 Feb 2017

Movie of the year by far. Nothing comes close.

This review of Lion (2015) was written by James D on 25 Feb 2017.

Lion has generally received positive reviews.

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By Jonathan D (792) on 09 Jun 2018

This movie is so well done! An amazing journey! Such a great film. And the Director and the cast were superb! Bravo! Lion! Bravo! Great story…

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By Francisco L (579) on 10 Jul 2018

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By Onan C (14) on 25 Feb 2018

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By William W (979) on 19 Sep 2018

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By Paulo C (204) on 24 Oct 2018

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By Pamela Powell (127) for Daily Journal (Kankakee, IL) (128) on 21 Aug 2018

Extraordinary performances, particularly from young Pawar, Patel and Kidman, create a memorable and emotional story of family, identity and…

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By Jaby Koay (32) for GET Jaby (54) on 26 Aug 2018

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By Markus B (30) on 05 Feb 2018

Nice emotional movie, based on true events…

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By Kal S (13) on 03 Nov 2018

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