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Review of Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) by Adam R — 14 Jan 2008

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A splendid musical mixed with the beautiful game of cricket. Hows that? Pretty fucking good!

This review of Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) was written by Adam R on 14 Jan 2008.

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

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