Review of Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) by Matt O — 04 Jan 2008

Good songs. creative...not the typical indian movie...

This review of Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) was written by Matt O on 04 Jan 2008.

Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India has generally received very positive reviews.

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