Review of Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) by Rani H — 03 Dec 2008

:( I miss india... and I love this movie forever.

This review of Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) was written by Rani H on 03 Dec 2008.

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

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