Lion

A young Indian boy named Saroo gets lost on a train and falls asleep, only to wake up thousands of miles away from his home and family. He is adopted by an Australian couple and grows up in Tasmania. Twenty-five years later, haunted by memories of his childhood, he embarks on a journey back to India using Google Earth to find his lost family.

Lion received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its emotional storytelling, performances (especially from Dev Patel and Nicole Kidman), and stunning cinematography. It was praised for its sensitive portrayal of adoption and the search for identity.

• A deeply moving and powerful true story that resonates long after viewing.

• Dev Patel delivers a career-defining performance as Saroo.

• Visually stunning with a heartfelt narrative that explores themes of family and belonging.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved Lion, praising its emotional depth, heartwarming story of reunion, and the exceptional performances. Many found it incredibly inspiring and a beautiful testament to the human spirit.

Nominated for 6 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Supporting Actor (Dev Patel), and Best Supporting Actress (Nicole Kidman). Nominated for 4 Golden Globe Awards and 3 BAFTA Awards.

Saroo Brierley actually used Google Earth to find his way home. He would spend hours zooming in on satellite imagery, looking for distinctive landmarks he remembered from his childhood.