Eaten by Lions


Eaten by Lions is a British comedy feature film written and directed by Jason Wingard. The film stars Antonio Aakeel as Omar and Jack Carroll as Pete. The film is the feature-length adaptation of the director's 2013 short film 'Going to Mecca' which won best comedy at the Manchester International Film Festival. The feature follows half-brothers Omar and Pete as they embark on a journey to find Omar's estranged father, confronting him on the day of his daughters engagement party.
The film released in UK cinemas on 29 March 2019 following its successful premiere at the Edinburgh International Film Festival June 2018 and was screened as part of the Bagri Foundation London Indian Film Festival June 2018, winning the audience choice award for best film.

Plot

Eaten by Lions follows half-brothers Pete and Omar. When their parents are eaten by lions they embark on a journey to Blackpool in search of Omar's estranged father, meeting an array of colourful characters on their travels.

Cast

Production

Eaten by Lions was developed by Mecca Films with principal photography beginning in April 2017.

Reception

On Rotten Tomatoes the film has an approval rating of 100% based on reviews from 11 critics.