# Secondhand Lions (2003)

> An abandoned boy discovers belonging and courage through the outrageous legends of his two eccentric great-uncles.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/7569

## Facts

- Runtime: 111 min
- Genres: Family, Comedy, Drama
- Director: Tim McCanlies
- Cast: Michael Caine, Robert Duvall, Haley Joel Osment, Josh Lucas, Kyra Sedgwick, Christian Kane, Nicky Katt, Eric Balfour
- TMDB rating: 7.2/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0327137/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: wholesome, whimsical, nostalgic, family movie night, nostalgic weekend

## Synopsis

A young boy discovers the eccentric world of his great-uncles and the secrets they hold.

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