The Winter

A young Indian boy named Saroo gets lost on a train and is separated from his family. He is eventually adopted by an Australian couple and grows up in Tasmania. Years later, haunted by memories of his childhood, Saroo embarks on a journey to find his lost family using Google Earth.

Lion received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its emotional resonance, Dev Patel's performance, and Garth Davis's sensitive direction. It was praised for its touching portrayal of identity, family, and the search for belonging.

• Praised for its powerful and emotional true story.

• Dev Patel's performance is a standout, earning critical acclaim.

• The film effectively tugs at heartstrings with its themes of family and identity.

Google audience: Viewers lauded the film for its incredibly moving and inspiring true story. Many appreciated the emotional journey and the satisfying resolution, with particular praise for Dev Patel's performance.

Nominated for six Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Supporting Actor (Dev Patel), and Best Supporting Actress (Nicole Kidman). It also received numerous nominations and wins at Golden Globe Awards and BAFTA Awards.

Saroo Brierley, the subject of the film, actually used Google Earth to search for his hometown, which was a groundbreaking use of the technology for such a personal quest at the time.