Review of Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) by Arjun A — 22 Jun 2007

Great film, one of the few Indian movies that I can remember well.

This review of Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) was written by Arjun A on 22 Jun 2007.

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

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