What's in a Name (2012) movie poster

What's in a Name (2012)

Le Prénom
"A child is the beginning of happiness. A name is the beginning of despair."
ThumbScore
👍 80%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 68% (RT: 71%, MC: 66) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Comedy

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Director
Alexandre de La Patellière, Matthieu Delaporte
Runtime
1h 49m
Country
France, Belgium
Language
French
TMDB Rating
7.3/10 (1,785 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
71%
Metacritic
66
Cast
Patrick Bruel as Vincent
Valérie Benguigui as Élisabeth
Charles Berling as Pierre
Françoise Fabian as Françoise
Yaniss Lespert as Livreur pizza
Miren Pradier as Infirmière bracelet
Most people think so. 80% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,785 votes. Critics gave it 68%.
Overview
Vincent, a wealthy real estate agent, is invited to dinner by his sister Elizabeth and her husband Peter, both professors in Paris. Claude, a childhood friend and trombonist in a symphony orchestra, is also present. Vincent brings news from the prenatal examination of his and his wife Anna's unborn son. The name chosen by the soon-to-be parents strongly offends the others for many reasons. The dispute between the guests quickly escalates and before long the resurgence of old grudges and hidden secrets is unavoidable... Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • During production of What's in a Name, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

What's in a Name is a 2012 comedy film directed by Alexandre de La Patellière, Matthieu Delaporte. Vincent, a wealthy real estate agent, is invited to dinner by his sister Elizabeth and her husband Peter, both professors in Paris. Claude, a childhood friend and trombonist in a symphony orchestra, is also present.

Vincent brings news from the prenatal examination of his and his wife Anna's unborn son. The name chosen by the soon-to-be parents strongly offends the others for many reasons. The dispute between the guests quickly escalates and before long the resurgence of old grudges and hidden secrets is unavoidable.

The film has been rated by 1,785 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, What's in a Name delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

What's in a Name (2012) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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