What's in a Name (2012)

Le prénom

A child is the beginning of happiness. A name is the beginning of despair.

109 min★ 7.3 · 20,470 votes

• Comedy
• Drama

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...

Release date

August 2, 2012

Country of origin

Belgium, France