My Big Fat Greek Wedding (DVD)

When I suggested to my fiance (now husband) that we went to see this all I got was the usual 'it will be rubbish' and 'what a waste of money this will be' etc as some men do when it comes to going to see a romcom, but it was so brilliant even HE enjoyed it! I am Italian and it was like watching a film about my own family (except my family dont have the comic timing!). Everything from the Grandma dressed constantly in black to the father constantly ...
...I would strongly reccomend buying this film. It doesnt matter how many times you watch it, it never gets boring. It has me in stitches every time. Also not forgetting its a romantic comedy. It is a lovely story (Im an old romantic!) and its a predictable story too. If you are sat on the fence thinking 'should I, shouldnt I?' I will say you DEFINITLEY should! Basically, Toula is a 30year old greek woman who is expected to marry a greek man. She works ...

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...i had to laugh because my wedding is next february and it has taught me some does and don'ts about weddings. It's one of those girlie love conquers all films (altough it was my boyfriend who wanted me to go and watch it ) that may have something to do with the fact he is trying to butter me up after an arguement never the less i'm glad i went it was a bit of light hearted humour mixed with your not so typical romance although you can read see the ...
...pleasure to watch. The mad grandma who thought they where still at war with the turks brought laughter all the way through. A couple of times through the film i got goosebumbs when it went all lovvey doovey . Take a good look at the bridesmaids dresses they are a scream. And the scene outside the travel agents with the old lady and ian is VERY funny.Altogether a very enjoyable film one i will buy on release just to make me feel good now and again.However ...

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...to others.I cant remember much about the film but i do remember how terribly bored and unamused i was whilst watching it. It is one of the worst films I have ever seen in my life. If you were going to buy a DVD steer well clear of this one. ...

noo-noo123 02.09.2007 (03.09.2007) · Read full review
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...6 years later, and thats it. It certainly did not meet the grade as far as I am concerned adn Chick Flicks is one of my favourite types. There was no real opportunity to get involved and feel for the characters. This would definatley be one I wont watch again ...

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I took my 2 really serious friends to see this film and it was a surpirse that they really enjoyed it, seeing as they are usually serious they had a little fun for once. It had funny and unusual parts that would make you laugh. This film is about a greek family who expect their children to get married to another greek have hildren and expect them to get married to greeks. Toula Portokalos (Nia Vardalos) is 30 odd years old and she hasnt married ...
...(most probably why its called my big fat greek wedding). After the wedding they have a huge party, Gus gives his speech and he buys them a house.A couple of years later Ian and Toula are still together with a daughter..... living next door to her family. I thought the film was funny (although i hadnt added alot of the funny bits in) ...

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This film starts off well although it takes a while for the plot to get going but don't be put off it is a good comedy. Nia Vardalos does a great job of transforming herself when she meets her guy (John Corbett). You don't have to be Greek to understand the problems with arranging a multi-cultural marriage, especially if you have controlling parents. Of course the storyline is not particularly unusual (guy meets girl, guy tries to get girl, guy ends ...

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If theres one film you must see this year its not this one! First up, all the funny bits are already in the trailer, although the funniest moment in the film, John Corbett as Ian getting an a** kicking from an old lady is definitely worth seeing again. The premise of the geeky Greek girl going from frumpy to fab could have been funny but the film glosses over it too quickly. The 2 leads are nice enough but the Greek family is abit overbearing but ...
...they just weren't funny, apart from the younger brother who teaches Ian some inappropriate Greek phrases. By the way girls anyone getting married this year who wants to make their bridesmaids look horrible check out the dresses in this film. Overall this film was a big disappointment, I was expecting much more from this film but it just didnt deliver on its promise. ...

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...a fountain of champagne. My point of view for this film: It is a nice movie that you can see and have nice time. It’s quite hilarious but also it is very excessive according to the Greek people and the Greek attitude. By watching the movie you can see a comedy to meet up a romantic movie and mix in a nice way. The Greek girl, part of the big Greek family is trying to get a life but she is coming in confrontation with her father according to the ...
...a young American lad with whom she is falling in love something that is totally contradict with the dreams of her father. It is an easy going moving but very predictable to know what is the ending of the story. By watching the movie you are going to laugh a lot with the lifestyle of Greek people (family of the Greek girl) that they love to exaggerate in everything and they are so curious to know everything about her foreign boyfriend. You are going ...

DIMITRIOS 24.05.2003 (10.09.2004) · Read full review
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I went to see My Big Fat Greek Wedding having heard all the good reviews, yet still remained somewhat sceptical as to whether or not it would be as funny as it was meant to be. I think I started laughing within the first 5 minutes and hardly stopped until the end! There are some absolutely brilliant bits which anyone will identify with, as they encapsulate the trauma of your other half meeting your nearest and dearest. One of the best parts (although ...
...bride-to-be talking to the potential parents in law about here medical traumas! I laughed so hard I cried! I would definitely recommend this film if you're looking for a light-hearted take on the traumas of relationships when you meet your other half's family. Great if you need a bit of cheering up. ...

sarky_queen 25.02.2003 · Read full review
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I got given free tickets to see this film, and I am so glad that I did. It has a very simple storyline, which I expect some people have had to go through- their family is obssessed with marriage, and it had got to be to someone who is greek. However she falls in love with someone who isn't, so she has to bring the family around to the idea. They manage to do this, and end up having a mad family wedding. The characters are all great, especially ...
...They all get into their roles really well, so it does actually make you understand the problems of the main characters. The funniest moments have to be the family parties. They are just mad, as there are so many people there, as she has 27 cousins!!! Also because the greeks can't get their heads around that Ian is a vegetarian, so they offer to cook him lamb!!! and finally the way the dad manages to connect every single English word with a Greek!!! ...

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I went to see my Big Fat Greek wedding in attempt to lift my spirits and it certainly succeeded. The film is funny and uplifting but also touching. Performances are strong and there are some unforgettable moments. Furthermore, it is a film which can be appreciated by young and old, female and male. I think we can all relate to 'meeting the family' of a prospective husband/wife and in a wider sense, we all have our preferances and expectations...we ...

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"My Big Fat Greek Wedding" is based on the true story of the writer and lead actress, Nia Vardalos. The story is of a 30 year old Greek-American woman who meets and falls in love with a non-Greek-American, their courtship, meeting each other's families, and the awkward situation with her old-fashioned father who believes that being Greek is the most important thing and that Windex glass cleaner is a panacea for whatever ails one. This is one of those ...
...tire of it as it would be just as hilarious at the fiftieth viewing as it was at the first. This film is destined to be a comedy classic. The cast members were the right actors and actresses for the roles they played. Everything about this film was brilliant. The cast, the writing, the directing, et al, was perfect. Ms. Lainie Kazan was impeccable as usual. Her performance was the same splendid quality which she also instilled into "29th Street". ...

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An enjoyable comedy to watch and worth watching although I am not tempted to buy it. A stereotypical American Comedy A stereotypical Greek Family A stereotypical American Greek Family Comedy Storyline, although funny in places. is very predictable. Plain dull girl with deadend job looking for a life/career/partner (does that remind you of any other films?. The only problem is that it all has to be Greek, a life around a Greek family a job with ...
...What makes the film watchable is how it gets from thgis point to the inevitable conclusion - girl gets life/gets career/gets man. A non Greek career with a non Greek man leads to a non Greek life. All the main characters are well played and acted although script could have been better, despite that the film comes across well, more laughs than your usual American comedy. Recommended watch when there is little else on television ...

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...Greek and have maried 'outside' my own race. So many of the experiences in the film were so true of Greeks. They are very keen on their daughters marrying another Greek who they know all about and also know all about 'all' of their extended families. They do find it hard to accepted outsiders but are hospitable people and with some effort and alot of patience from the 'outsider' these barriers can be broken down. This film is humerous and true ...

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...keep me running even in my sleep! So when the grandparents offered to take them on a sunday for a few hours, well.. i think my husband and i said 'YES' unnanimously before the words even left my father-in-law's lips. We grab another couple, the woman is pregnant with her first child, and head to the O2 centre to see a film. i must admit i was more keen on some blood and guts film, maybe as i hadn't 'beeen out' in a while and i take care of the boys ...
...other then the antics of my children, i've not laughed that hard in weeks! my preconceptions of typical hollywood Romantic Comedy were quickly dashed. (i knew nothing about the film really before seeing it.) i recognised most of the actors but was transported too. the cast is fantastic. those who know of the canadian version of Saturday Night Live will recognise a face or two. the basis of the film, a young-ish woman trying to please herself as ...

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