1. It’s based on the memoir, A Long Way Home, about the life of Saroo Brierley, a young boy accidentally separated from his biological mother at the age of five.

2. The movie was nominated for six Oscars this year.

3. It stars Dev Patel as the adult Saroo Brierley , whom you’ll know from Slumdog Millionaire and The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel.

4. This was director Garth Davis’ debut feature film.

5. Sunny Pawar, who plays the young Saroo Brierley, made his acting debut in Lion.

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