Lion [Blu-ray] [2017]

One of the most amazing captivating and emotional movies you’ll ever watch. I love this movie and my hearts made of stone but this never fails to make me cry. Such a beautiful story and it really makes you so grateful for the life you have and how other children struggle.AMAZING PLEASE WATCH JUST HAVE A BUNCH OF TISSUES ON YOU.

When you know this was based on a real life story, you'll feel goosebumps. Watch this move, you won't regret buying it."Lion" is a cinematic masterpiece that tugs at the heartstrings and leaves a lasting impact. From its breathtaking cinematography to its powerful performances, every aspect of this film is nothing short of extraordinary. Dev Patel's portrayal of Saroo's journey is both captivating and deeply moving, while Nicole Kidman delivers a standout performance as his compassionate adoptive mother. The film's exploration of identity, family, and the unbreakable bonds of love is both poignant and inspiring, leaving audiences with a profound sense of hope and resilience. "Lion" is a must-watch for anyone seeking a truly unforgettable cinematic experience.

Great from start to finish. Proper tear jerker. Tissues at the ready

I found the beginning on the slow side, but I'm glad I've persisted in watchig. It's a deeply moving film, full of humanity. Watching what Saroo (a five-yer-old child) had to go through before he was adopted was tough going. That he lost his family due to the abject poverty is the most possible injustice; knowing that there are still children in India that lose their famiies for the same reason, and not that much is being done about the root of it, is intolerable.

acting superb...beautifully shot...authentic true story...simply brilliant

it was a very good film

Never disliked a single but, other than the obvious of the terrorized babies in it. An amazing inspirational movie that should be watched by the westernized cultures who think and/or believe they have it bad. Children of age should watch this to learn gratitude of who blessed they are. This movie caused me to sob my heart out from beginning to end. I encourage the makers to proceed in their amazing works in helping children around the world have a home to live in. Wish I had the means to help and take even one of these babies in to my heart and home. One day maybe. Blessings to all who worked hard on this amazing movie.

Having just finished reading the book about Saroo becoming lost, it was a natural follow up to order and watch the film. So glad we did.Events of the early days are sped through, two stories are combined, some details worked around, but no problem. The account of Saroo becoming lost is tremendous here. To see actual sites where he lived, survived and escaped capture add integrity and emotion. Yes, the book details events well, photos show where they took place but seeing them on screen brings the horror of a lost child's experiences to life.The children's home and adoption process are concise too, but within an almost two hour film, you are simply swept along with it all. Life in Australia begins anew for the Brierley family, with moments of joy and challenge.Saroo's studies lead to an online search, which many of us have used to seek out familiar places, but none so life changing possibly as the case here.Following a period of obsessiveness with his search, Saroo comes across his homeland by chance - which is far further than anyone had thought possible, made as a five year old child.By now, if you have read the book, you are clinging on to the moment of Saroo meeting his mother at long last. Of course it's highly charged and emotional. As were the final scenes where actual photos of those involved were shown, with mother meeting mum.An outstanding account that has to be congratulated for following the account of Saroo as given in his writing. Very lovely, very sensitive - and well handled.I would recommend this film, yes, but would suggest those who have not yet seen it, to read the book first, then view. A very heady pair of accounts.

Si tratta di un bel film che narra la storia di un bambino indiano che si perde in una metropoli e che in seguito verra' adottato da una famiglia americana. In seguito, Storia molto commovente ed io la suggerisco a tutti indipendentemente dall'eta'.

déçu mais c'est de ma faute pas de version française sur le dvd

Dev Patel did an excellent job in the Great Merigold Hotel and here he does another excellent job in a serious role. This is based on a true story. Patel is born in a poor Indian family, mother works as a laborer and his older brother works at odd jobs. He convinces his older brother that he can help lifting bales and they travel to a town where his brother leaves him to find work. His brother does not return and he gets on a train and gets locked in, the train has no passengers and after a couple of days ends up in Calcutta. He gets off the train but speaks a different language, and ends up sleeping with homeless children. He is befriended by a lady who brings in a male friend who doesn't have the his best interests at heart and he runs away. He tries to find articles to sell at the garbage dump and he is helped by a stranger where he eventually ends up at a home for lost children, it is very brutal there. A social worker assists him and he is adapted by an Australian couple, Nicole Kidman who is excellent in the role. 20 years later he has grown up and wants to work in the hospitality business. The couple also adapted another Indian boy who has severe mental difficulties. He meets and romances Rooney Mara. Patel tries to suppress his past but it reoccurs again as he hopes to find his mother and brother. He uses a google app and with it tries to find the location of his mother and brother. After many trials and tribulations he finds the location of his home and with the blessing of Kidman and her husband returns to India to find his mother. There is a very heartfelt and tearful reunion and he finds out that his brother was killed by a train shortly after his brother left him to find work. The movie won 6 academy award nominations including best picture. He finds out that his name was mispronounced and it means Lion. Bonus features include an interview with the real Saroo and also features the real adapted mother meeting Saroo's mother in India. An excellent moving film and highly recommended.

Fabulous movie, should have won the Academy Awards for best picture and best actor!

This is a wonderful movie. I saw the trailor on City of Joy. Brings the great side of the internet to life. And, the poverty of India to life. Great movie!