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The Namesake: A Portrait of the Film Based on the Novel by Jhumpa Lahiri (Newmarket Pictorial Moviebooks),Used
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Original essays and glorious photography, stunningly designed in this unique moviebook from the director of Monsoon Wedding and Vanity Faira Fox Searchlight release.In her essay "Writing and Film," the Pulitzer Prizewinning novelist Jhumpa Lahiri writes about the experience of seeing her novel "transposed" from paper to film. "Its essence remains, but it inhabits a different realm and must, like a transposed piece of music, conform to a different set of rules?.To have someone as devoted and as gifted as Mira reinvent my novel?has been a humbling and thrilling passage."Mira Nairs essay, "Photographs as Inspiration," begins with the provocative comment: "If it werent for photography, I wouldnt be a filmmaker." She explains how photographs help her crystallize the visual style of her films and which particular photos influenced her vision for The Namesake.These two essays, written exclusively for this Newmarket Pictorial Moviebook, introduce an amazing panoply of images of people and places shot mainly in New York and Calcutta during the making of the movie, accented by excerpts from Lahiris bestselling novel. Six Indian and American photographers works are represented.Brilliantly illuminating the immigrant experience and the tangled ties between generations, The Namesake tells the story of the Ganguli family, whose move from Calcutta to New York evokes a lifelong balancing act to adapt to a new world while remembering the old. The couples firstborn, Gogol, and sister Sonia grow up amid these divided loyalties, struggling to find their own identity without losing their heritage. Kal Penn (Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle, Superman Returns) stars as Gogol.
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- Q: What is the size of 'The Namesake: A Portrait of the Film Based on the Novel by Jhumpa Lahiri'? A: The book measures seven point five two inches in length, one inch in width, and eleven inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Namesake' contain? A: This book contains one hundred forty-four pages filled with essays and photographs.
- Q: What kind of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Namesake'? A: The author of this book is Mira Nair, who also contributed an essay to it.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young readers? A: Yes, 'The Namesake' is generally suitable for young readers, particularly those interested in family dynamics and cultural themes.
- Q: What themes does 'The Namesake' explore? A: The book explores themes of immigration, identity, and generational ties, focusing on the Ganguli family's experience.
- Q: How do I care for the hardcover book? A: To care for the book, keep it in a dry place and avoid exposure to direct sunlight to prevent fading.
- Q: Can I clean the book if it gets dirty? A: Yes, you can gently wipe the cover with a soft, dry cloth to remove any dirt or fingerprints.
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- Q: How does 'The Namesake' compare to other literary adaptations? A: Unlike many adaptations, 'The Namesake' emphasizes cultural identity and immigrant experiences, making it unique in its portrayal.
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