Review of Lion (2015) by Kevin B — 11 Apr 2017

Very enjoyable and family friendly. Highly recommended.

This review of Lion (2015) was written by Kevin B on 11 Apr 2017.

Lion has generally received positive reviews.

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By Randy B (299) on 11 Mar 2018

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By Martyn H (14) on 20 May 2018

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

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By Geoff A (86) on 03 May 2018

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

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