Review of The Namesake (2006) by Gabriel R — 31 May 2012

Great story! This movie gave me a glimpse of the Indian culture in a unique way. It also emphasized the sacrifices parents make for their children.

This review of The Namesake (2006) was written by Gabriel R on 31 May 2012.

The Namesake has generally received very positive reviews.

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