Nicole Kidman, widely recognized as one of the finest actresses of her generation, first broke through with her role in Gus Van Sant's 1995 film 'To Die For,' playing a young journalist obsessed with television fame. Her career has since spanned popular blockbusters and independent cinema, earning her an impressive array of accolades including an Oscar, six Golden Globes, two Emmy Awards, a BAFTA, a Silver Bear, a Volpi Cup, and the 70th Anniversary Award at the Cannes Film Festival.

In 2017, Kidman received her fourth Oscar nomination, this time for Best Supporting Actress, for her moving performance in Garth Davis's 'Lion.' The film, an adaptation of Saroo Brierley's memoir 'A Long Way Home,' tells the incredible true story of a five-year-old Saroo who accidentally finds himself thousands of kilometers from his family after getting lost on a train. Alone and adrift, the young boy must learn to survive in the bustling city of Calcutta.

Nicole Kidman in Lion

'Lion' was nominated for six Academy Awards and universally praised for both its compelling narrative and its powerful acting. With over 26,000 ratings and nearly 920 reviews on AlloCiné, 'Lion' boasts an impressive average score of 4.4 out of 5, making it the highest-rated film in Nicole Kidman's extensive career.

Audience Reactions

Audiences have been deeply moved by 'Lion,' showering it with praise:

  • I'm A Rocket Man (5/5): "A lesson in cinema! What a masterpiece! 'Lion' is a moving, tough, and magnificent film! Saroo's story profoundly touched me, and I truly recommend this film to everyone! The beginning is heartbreaking and atrocious, the young actor is remarkable, and I had a knot in my stomach many times. Then Saroo grows up, and the theme of adoption is approached so intelligently, and his search is thrilling and gripping. The ending is beyond words in its heartbreak. Truly, 'Lion' is one of the most beautiful films of 2017! A must-see... It's a shame it didn't win any Oscars! It deserved them!"
  • Fabien S. (5/5): "A masterpiece. Dev Patel portrays a young Indian man adopted by an Australian woman played by Nicole Kidman. Rooney Mara takes on the role of his girlfriend, Lucy, a hotel management student. A work that speaks of humanity and poverty in a cruel world. A magnificent film. An incredible true story."

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  • Shephard69 from Club Allociné (5/5): "A film by Garth Davis that only owes its inevitable comparison to 'Slumdog Millionaire' to its harsh but rich portrayal of India and the dazzling presence of Dev Patel opposite a majestic, masterful Nicole Kidman. On the delicate theme of adoption, displacement, and the quest for identity, this feature film adopts a serious tone, far from the tragicomic and somewhat burlesque style of Danny Boyle's film. Clearly written and directed to evoke emotion, the narrative proves to be a masterpiece of incredible strength, a profoundly moving and monumental slap."
  • François (5/5): "'Lion' is simply a masterpiece. The direction is sublime, immersing us in the heart of India and Australia with breathtakingly beautiful images. The cinematography is truly meticulous. The cast is impeccable, led by Dev Patel, Nicole Kidman, and Sunny Pawar, all performing perfectly. A story that is at once moving, poignant, and full of hope. One leaves a film like this feeling enriched. The original soundtrack is beautiful, and Sia's song 'Never Give Up' in the final credits perfectly complements the images of the real people who lived this story. I had chills, I cried, and that's also why we go to the cinema – to be transported and to feel such strong emotions. A must-see film."
  • Pierre Chambon from Club Allociné (5/5): "More than just good sentiments, a profound reflection on birth inequalities, on altruism, the self-giving of certain couples – Nicole Kidman, magnificent, as usual."