Review of Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) by Eric M — 01 Nov 2014

It might be a bit overlong and cheesy in parts, but the numerous and lovable characters that make up "Lagaan" capitalize on the time spent in their journey to one up their British overlords in cricket.

This story overcomes some cliche plotting with a full hearted eagerness and vibrancy rarely seen today, and some marvelously suspenseful cricket scenes. The Indian influence on song is fascinating, and overall "Lagaan" is a grand throwback to old fashioned storytelling.