It’s leaving Amazon soon: 4.4 out of 5 This movie starring the Slumdog Millionaire made everyone cry when it came out.

If you’re looking for an authentic and moving movie, then you should check out Lion before it leaves the Prime Video catalog. Released in theaters in 2017, this family drama tells the incredible true story of Saro, an Indian boy who was adopted by an Australian couple at the age of 5.

Twenty-five years later, Saroo has become a true Australian, but he still thinks about his family in India. Armed with a few rare memories and unwavering determination, he begins browsing satellite photos on Google Earth, hoping to identify his village.

A little known true story

Directed by newcomer Garth Davis, Lion is a perfect example nice movieThose who finish well and those who see their hero go in search of his origin. It’s the brainy Dev Patel, brilliant in Slumdog Millionaire, who takes the lead.

The actor fought for the role and invested in his character. It took him 8 months to prepare for this challenge: following a strict diet, doing sports to develop muscles, adopting a convincing Australian accent and growing a beard. Thus, the actor perfectly matched the physique of the real Saro Brierle.

It’s impossible not to get attached to her story and to the young actress chosen to play the child version of Saro, Mozzi Pawar: her sincerity, determination, bright face and passion for jhals, a traditional Indian sweet. you melt

Some of Lomm’s dialogues will also leave an impression on you, like this scene exchanged between Saroo and her adoptive mother played by Nicole Kidman. The film questions the importance of the family we choose versus our need to know who we are.

With an excellent rating of 4.4 out of 5 from viewers on AlloCiné, Lion has moved millions of viewers around the world to tears. This is Dev Patel’s highest rated film till date and for which he should have won several awards…

And you can catch up with Prime before it leaves the catalog on November 17th!