Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India
2001
The year is 1893 and India is under British occupation. In a small village, the tyrannical Captain Russell has imposed an unprecedented land tax on its citizens. Outraged, Bhuvan, a rebellious farmer, rallies the villagers to publicly oppose the tax. Russell offers a novel way to settle the dispute: he challenges Bhuvan and his men to a game of cricket, a sport completely foreign to India. If Bhuvan and his men can defeat Russell's team, the tax will be repealed.
Director:
Ashutosh Gowariker
Writers:
Ashutosh Gowariker, Kumar Dave, Sanjay Dayma
Awards:
Nominated for 1 Oscar. 54 wins & 22 nominations total
Production:
Ashutosh Gowariker
Country:
India, United States
