Lion movie round-up : A real life story of Saroo Brierley

A True story tugs at your heartstrings, Lion movie will be remembered in Dev Patel’s career, directed by Garth Davis.

The film is well received by critics all over. Here’s what critics have to say about Lion.

Sunny is the scene-stealer here, Dev and Nicole, prove their mettle as actors in a heartbreaking moment, that’s perhaps the best scene of the film. Tears trickle down your cheeks as Sue tells Saroo why she chose to adopt him when she could have had her own children.

Times of India – (4.5/5). read full review here.

Lion, based on a true story, explores the void as not an absence of love but a presence that hollows out everything else. Love fills every corner, every frame, every memory, as Lion looks at the world,

Indian Express – (4/5). read full review here.

Garth Davis has managed to deliver a movie that is a worthy tribute to the story it is based on. And a good part of the reason is the cast. Newbie Sunny Pawar handles his meaty role in the first half with the ease of a veteran.

Full Hyderabad – (3.5/5). read full review here.

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