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Summary: A Charming Film
Review: This is an irresistible film that can be watched again and again with the same level of fun. Having known many Greeks at one point in my life, I was able to relate to the ethnic points made in My Big Fat Greek Wedding, and it took me back to those days long past. But it is hardly necessary to have such preparation to discover the generosity and warmth embodied in the Greek spirit. I must agree with other reviewers that the Greek family, and indeed the wedding itself, could be transposed to a Jewish or Lebanese ethnic setting. The film could not have been better cast, and the performances are honest and excellent. The charm of this film was best expressed by the viewers themselves who went several times to see it, keeping it in the top ten films for months. Probably the most refreshing part of My Big Fat Greek Wedding is that Toula (Nia Vardalos) is a character who can easily be identified with; she is insecure about herself and is dominated by her family. However, her family did not envision that she would fall for a non-Greek named Ian (John Corbett). The family eventually comes to accept Ian but along the way Toula has to endure the doubts of her ethnically centered family. The focus of the film is Toula's family and her struggles to marry the man of her choice. Consequentially, there is little about Ian's family; they seem not to be opposed to their son marrying Toula. There is no friction between Ian and Toula, despite the hurdles Ian must cross on his way to joining the family, like his baptism into the Orthodox faith. He takes everything in stride, even his attempts at speaking Greek (supplied by his brother-in-law). Perhaps some people may feel this hardly reflects reality, yet I can understand the interest Ian has about joining a different culture, and this is a love story. I think scenes of disagreement and arguments between Ian and Toula would have a soap opera nature and would have been the wrong way to go with this story.
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Summary: Make up your own mind ... and laugh
Review: Ignore the negative reviews and see the movie for yourself. It's funny and particularly poignant to those whose families immigrated to the U.S. in the past century - dealing with being a little different from the mainstream. It also appeals to all of those late bloomers afraid to make a change in their lives and proves it can be done. P.S. - it's based on a true story which makes it even more amusing. Check it out.
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Summary: Disappointed
Review: I bought the DVD without seeing the movie. I was very disappointed after all the hype. It was predictable and had nothing special about it. It was like watching an "after school special". I found it to be terribly dull. For those that are considering buying the movie I recommend renting it first unless you want to make room for a DVD that you will never watch again.
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Summary: Is calling it 'feel-good' cliche? Who cares?!?!?!?
Review: Finally....a film where we don't have to watch the characters overcome their flaws, but embrace them and find that they aren't flaws at all. Toula is a believeable thirtysomething woman who finds that one man's unconditional love can help her come to love not only herself, but also a family and heritage she initially found stifling. This film also strikes a chord with most of us in that no matter who we love and want to be with, our family's opinion and acceptance and love of that person can mean everything. Take this film for what it is - a warm-hearted fun flick.
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Summary: Oh, I was hoping for more.
Review: I really wanted to enjoy this movie. My wife loved it with her friends and it sounded to be a winner. But to no avail. This movie was not that funny and certainly is not hilarious. It was interesting to see a culture clash, but I've seen many more movies that at leasted hooked me. I never felt much of a relationship developed between Toula and Ian. It just happened. For a rather well hyped movie by word of mouth, this really left me disappointed. Such a shame, because there is lots of potential material here.
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Summary: Fabulous! Hilarious opportunity to laugh at yourself.
Review: (...) I went to see this on a first date. We're now living together and talking marriage. We both thought this was a hilarious movie. And the best part (in my opinion) was that I could point to Toula's family and warn him that mine was like that... he could point to Ian's family and warn me that that was his. All in all a great ice breaker, and a great chance for us to laugh at our own heritages and families together. Yes, a lot of the movie is stereotypical, but this movie never indicates that all Greek-Americans are this way, only that this family is. And there are plenty of non-Greek families in this world who are very similar. I say, buy it. I know it will always have a special place in my heart. (...) A year later... (...)
We're now engaged, and planning our wedding. My family tried to do some of the things you see in this movie. Luckily, I'm better at putting my foot down than Toula is. (...) This movie will always hold a special place in our relationship. I just have to say I am so glad he chose this movie for our first date (yes, he chose it, not me)... it was great at helping break the ice, and allowed us to laugh at ourselves and eachother together.
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Summary: Pretty Darn Cool
Review: It was nice to see a movie without the Ken and Barbie doll actors you usually get in a romantic comedy. This move was hilarious, down to earth, and from a different angle than most romantic comedies. VERY COOL!!!!
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Summary: Where were the DVD extra features?
Review: The movie was cute, but why bother with the DVD if they don't use the technology that's available. Luckily I had read an explanation about the Windex, so I was able to appreciate the humor there, but why no deleted scenes or other fun stuff? We were a bit disappointed.
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Summary: Not just a Greek family - It's EveryFamily!
Review: This movie is a hit that's all heart. I haven't laughed this hard at a movie in years, but the reason for the laughter wasn't because it was a slapstick comedy - it was because this was a movie everyone could relate to! This movie isn't just about the troubles one has growing up in a Greek family; it's about EVERY family. Italian families, Irish families, Jewish families - we all have an aunt like Toula's aunt, a father with quirks like Toula's father, and we all at times feel the push and pull between our own personal happiness and our responsibility to family and their traditions. This is a movie for Everyman and Everyfamily. The chemistry between the two stars make the love story believable, the humor is witty and sharp, and the story is one we all can relate to because the writer based this story on her own family and family experiences.
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Summary: Light Hearted Romance with Flair
Review: I'm happy I had low expectations when I finally got around to watching "My Big Fat Greet Wedding" Nia Vardalos' semi-autobiographical tale of a lonely heart Greek waitress who finds love and rediscovers the meaning of family. So many people I know - critics included - had poo-poohed the film as too silly and slow, or simply unworthy of the hype that surrounds it. And though I'd gotten a few good reviews from friends, I never expected to laugh as much as I actually did, or even cry the couple of times I ended up doing so. This is a warm, sweet-as-apple-pie film, certain to warm the coldest hearts in your living rooms. Maybe some folks couldn't bear to admit liking the film out of fear of bring pegged as soft or worse yet, stupid. Well - I'm not the smartest guy out there, and it takes alot to make me sob openly during a movie, but "Greek Wedding" was a blast. Aside from the romantic sparks between Vardalos and Corbett, anyone with a diverse and crazy family will appreciate the hysterical plot and zippy dialogue taken from some of life's most precious moments. Vardalos manages to be both a witty comedienne and a gifted writer, with a knack for setting up inspired sequences of truth and humor the likes of which have been missing from most movies for eons. I didn't expect much, but I got much more than a great time --- I saw myself and my family in these characters - cousings and parents, in-laws and booze-swilling patriarchs. Laine Kazan is a showstopper, while Corbett;s parents are the epitome of upper East Side WHITE-dom. A laugh-riot combination ensues when this family decides to throw the greek wedding to end all greek weddings...from frilly stupid bridesmaid dresses to bustier-busting cousins, this movie's got it all. Congrats NIA - this is a hit of epic proportions. Whether you're Latin like me, or Greek, or Irish, African-American, or French (OK, maybe not French), you're gonna love this flick!
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