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By Naische F (96) on 06 Jul 2008

Not bad, you get the usual immigrant saga in the New World and the resulting eventual struggles that evolve between the generations…

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By Rick N (47) on 05 Jul 2008

Excellent. Very disappointing that this was not up for any Oscars…

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By Tyler M (722) on 05 Jul 2008

I think Jhumpa Lahiri's summary approach to storytelling translates better to the screen than the page, although the movie does lose some of…

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By Janet L (77) on 05 Jul 2008

Terrific film that explores the multi-ethnic, multi-generational experience of an Indian immigrant couple and their children living in the…

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By Mel C (118) on 04 Jul 2008

Moving and poignant story of the importance of family and culture. Must see…

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By Justin T (783) on 03 Jul 2008

An impressive film…

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By Elizabeth H (781) on 02 Jul 2008

Touching film about dual identity's in a cultural sense…

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By Cynthia T (48) on 01 Jul 2008

About the first and second generation immigrants to America…

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By Jillea B (1) on 30 Jun 2008

I'm not sure if it's just because it's the first grown up movie I've seen in awhile - but I really liked it…

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By Travis (14) on 30 Jun 2008

I love this movie I will buy it sooner of later. I liked it that much…

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By Marla W (6) on 28 Jun 2008

I thoroughly, enjoyed this movie…

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By David F (1,889) on 25 Jun 2008

Although a bit sad, it was a great look at finding life, identity, and the importance of family…

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By Sandra B (89) on 25 Jun 2008

A wonderful poignant movie of the two cultures.....I really enjoyed this....I will look for more of Mira Nair's movies…

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By Jackie M (340) on 25 Jun 2008

I really liked the way Gogol gets his name and the moment his father finally explains it to him. I think I learned a bit about Indian culture as well…

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By Moo C (112) on 24 Jun 2008

I can't say enough good things about this movie. Love the story…

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By Marilena G (294) on 24 Jun 2008

Well it's nothing too original but it helps pass the time if that's what you are looking for…

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By Kamara R (1) on 23 Jun 2008

Proves you don't need to have special effects or a globally recognised cast to be a good film…

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By Kevin S (2,121) on 23 Jun 2008

Quality watch. Cal Penn does a pretty good job. I enjoyed it…

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By Ashley P (282) on 23 Jun 2008

While the story can come off cliche, I felt that Mira Nair took this film in the right direction to defy that stereotype…

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By Lisa D (354) on 22 Jun 2008

I found this movie a bit long but related to some of the journeys the characters undertook to discover themselves…

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