Published: May 9, 2024; Aithor: Julia Sonrisa
Address: 455 5th Ave, New York, NY 10016, United States
Phone: +1 212-340-0863
Web: https://www.nypl.org/locations/snflLion is a powerful and moving film based on the true story of Saroo Brierley. As a young boy in India, five-year-old Saroo gets tragically separated from his family after falling asleep on a train that takes him thousands of miles away to Calcutta. Lost and alone, he faces many challenges on the streets before ultimately being adopted by a loving Australian couple.
Years later, haunted by fragmented memories of his past and his family, Saroo sets out on a seemingly impossible quest. With only a handful of clues and the revolutionary technology of Google Earth, he searches tirelessly to find his lost home and reunite with his birth mother.
Lion is a deeply emotional journey exploring themes of family, identity, and the unbreakable bonds of love. It’s a story about loss and hope, showcasing the resilience of the human spirit and the power of never giving up.
The page meets the screen at Reel to Read, a curated series of independent and classic cinema. These free screenings, hand-picked by librarians, local authors, and film experts, include a Recommended Reads list based on the movie.
This event is free and open to all, but due to limited seating, registration is required. Registered guests are given priority check-in 15 minutes before start time. After the event starts, all registered seats are released so we highly recommend that you arrive early. Please note that guests can arrive up to 15 minutes after the film starts. We reserve the right to prohibit guests from holding seats and late arrival. No food or drinks are allowed in SNFL program rooms.
Programs are subject to change or cancellation.
Time: 2:00-4:00 pm EDT
Free!
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