Review of Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) by N K — 22 May 2013

5/5. Amazing film, amazing story. One of the Indian cinema's best.

This review of Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) was written by N K on 22 May 2013.

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

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