Review of The Namesake (2006) by Jordan K — 22 Oct 2009

Culture through a great cinematographer's eye and from a well-versed storyteller's mind...

This review of The Namesake (2006) was written by Jordan K on 22 Oct 2009.

The Namesake has generally received very positive reviews.

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