Lion

sumsar

Couldn't find a thread on this film, watched it last night and loved it.

I didn't watch a trailer before watching it and personally I would advise others doing the same, however I've included the trailer for those that would rather see it.

The film is based on a true story and I'm sure there wasn't a dry eye in the cinema last night!

Dev Patel has got quite a resume these days.

TCDStudent1

sumsar wrote: »

Couldn't find a thread on this film, watched it last night and loved it.

I didn't watch a trailer before watching it and personally I would advise others doing the same, however I've included the trailer for those that would rather see it.

The film is based on a true story and I'm sure there wasn't a dry eye in the cinema last night!

Dev Patel has got quite a resume these days.

Yeah it's worth watching for sure. I see some bookies have it listed in their oscars odds. I doubt it'll pick up any. Dev Patel seems to be a supporting male actor when really he was the lead in it, unless the young Saroo is considered the lead.

Dickerty

I remember reading the original story on BBC when it happened, looking forward to seeing how the movie sells it...

MilesMorales1

I really liked it. Definitely dropped off in the second half though, Dev Patel does a great job but the story was much more compelling with the little boy lost.

Gamb!t

Saw this last night,brilliant movie.

Johner

Watched this the other day and thought it was great. The child was brilliant in it.

El Duda

Lion - 9/10

The true story of a young boy who gets separated from his family in India and his remarkable journey through life.

As far as visual story telling goes, the first hour or so of this film is as good as it gets. Minimal dialogue, stunning cinematography and a breathtaking score.

The fact that it works so well has a lot to do with the fantastic performance of the young Sunny Pawar. Alongside Jacob Tremblay in the brilliant 'Room', this is one of the best performances from a child actor you're likely to see. Incredible. It seems very unfair that neither of these performances received the awards they deserved as they are by far the best performances in both films.

Only major criticism is that Rooney Mara's character wasn't needed at all. Almost completely pointless. Nicole Kidman makes up for it though and Dev Patel redeems himself from the confused Chappie.

It gets a little bit emotional to say the least. Superb film and easily one of the best from last year.

thought that it was alright. maybe the impact was lessened for me as I was aware of the true story years before the film.