Lion

“Once in awhile, a movie comes along that is so touching and sincere, without a moment of false emotion or manipulative self-indulgence, that it establishes squatters’ rights and moves into your heart to stay.”

Rex Reed, Observer · 100

“A sober and yet profoundly stirring contemplation of family, roots, identity and home, which engrosses throughout the course of its two-hour running time.”

David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter · 90

“This amazing true story with remarkable performances by Dev Patel, Rooney Mara, Nicole Kidman and newcomer Sunny Pawar has, like the title would suggest, a blend of brute force and elegance.”

Jordon Hoffman, New York Daily News · 90

“Let’s just say if you are human, there is no way that Lion won’t move you.”

Susan Wloszczyna, RogerEbert.com · 88

“Unsurprisingly, the finale is manipulative in every way, squeezing out the emotions of the audience. But Lion’s well-plotted narrative and thoughtful characters suck you in so much that the journey there is totally worth it.”

Brian Truitt, USA Today · 88