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The Namesake

The Namesake

2006•122 min.•

IndiaJapanUnited States of America

★6.7(179)

After moving from Calcutta to New York, members of the Ganguli family maintain a delicate balancing act between honoring the traditions of their native India and blending into American culture. Although parents Ashoke and Ashima are proud of the sacrifices they make to give their children opportunities, their son Gogol strives to forge his own identity without forgetting his heritage.
  • Drama
  • Family

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