Review of The Namesake (2006) by Justin K — 22 May 2012
A careful, relaxed epic that sews together themes of regret, hope, and identity. Kal Penn plays an excellent Gogol: as a teenager, alternately excitable and vindicative; as an adult, quieter and more devastatingly sad.
His story -- along with his father's -- is measured out in scene after beautifully-constructed scene.
This review of The Namesake (2006) was written by Justin K on 22 May 2012.
The Namesake has generally received very positive reviews.
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