Review of Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) by Jill S — 19 Jul 2008

Fabulous! I enjoyed every nail biting minute :).

This review of Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) was written by Jill S on 19 Jul 2008.

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

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