Review of Secondhand Lions (2003) by Helga M — 12 Jun 2008
A wonderful little movie that didn't get the attention it should have. Caine and Duvall shine as 2 crotchety old men who see themselves as worn-out adventurers, as useless as the old secondhand lion they buy.
They receive a new lease on life when their nephew is hoisted onto them for the summer, a boy who desperately needs lessons in how to be a man. These men really LIVED and this movie is fabulous as it goes back and forth between the present day, Walter's childhood, and Hub and Garth's colorful distant past.
All is told with gusto and loving humor. Don't miss this one!
This review of Secondhand Lions (2003) was written by Helga M on 12 Jun 2008.
Secondhand Lions has generally received positive reviews.
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