Review of Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) by Teresa S — 18 Feb 2011

Watching one of my favourite movies. One of the best..... :-).

This review of Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) was written by Teresa S on 18 Feb 2011.

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

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