Review of Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) by Daniel M — 03 Apr 2011

The first Bollywood film I have ever seen, and it is instantly one of my favorite movies ever made!

This review of Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) was written by Daniel M on 03 Apr 2011.

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

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