Based on a play which we are told was a hit in France, 'What's in a Name' has a gathering of family members and a family friend for dinner when one of them shocks the others with his announcement of the name he intends for his soon-to-be-born son. Heated argument over the name leads to a further meltdown which tests each relationship in the group.
This is a very amusing piece. The stage origins of the movie are evident with most of the film set in the one room but the static setting does not diminish the verbal action which is often a delight.
The extensive opening credits contain the conceit of displaying only the given names of those credited whilst the closing credits fill in the family names and add childhood photos.
An unexpected pleasure.
★★★1/2
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