Nightshade

A young Indian boy named Saroo gets lost on the streets of Kolkata, thousands of kilometers away from his home. He is adopted by a couple in Australia, but despite a loving upbringing, he is haunted by memories of his lost family. Twenty-five years later, he sets out on a journey to find his original home using Google Earth and fragmented memories.

Lion was widely acclaimed by critics, particularly for its performances, direction, and emotional impact. It resonated with audiences for its powerful true story of survival, family, and identity, earning significant box office success and numerous award nominations.

• Praised for its heartwarming and emotional true story.

• Rooney Mara and Nicole Kidman received particular acclaim for their performances.

• The film's visual storytelling and direction were frequently highlighted.

Google audience: Audiences were deeply moved by Saroo's incredible journey and reunion with his birth family. Many found the film inspiring and were impressed by the performances, especially the young actors portraying Saroo. The true nature of the story made it particularly resonant.

Nominated for 6 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Supporting Actor (Dev Patel), and Best Supporting Actress (Nicole Kidman). Nominated for 2 Golden Globe Awards and 5 BAFTA Awards.

The film is based on the true story and book 'A Long Way Home' by Saroo Brierley, who actually used Google Earth to find his way back.