My Big Fat Greek Wedding
2002

My Big Fat Greek Wedding

★ 6.6 / 10
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Directed by Joel Zwick
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Synopsis

My Big Fat Greek Wedding follows Toula Portokalos, a shy Greek-American woman who falls in love with Ian Miller, a non-Greek man, much to her traditional family's initial disapproval. As Ian prepares to convert and assimilate into her boisterous, tight-knit family, Toula must balance her cultural identity with her desire for independence and love. The film is a warm, hilarious celebration of family, culture, and the universal experience of navigating relationships.

Did You Know?
  • The film was based on Nia Vardalos's one-woman stage show.
  • It became the highest-grossing romantic comedy of all time.
  • Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson produced the film.
  • The movie was shot on a budget of just $5 million.
  • Nia Vardalos wrote the screenplay and starred as Toula.
Iconic Quotes
  • There are two kinds of people: Greeks, and everyone else who wish they was Greek.
  • You know, the root of the word Miller is a Greek word. Miller come from the Greek word 'milo.'
  • Toula, nobody leaves. We never let you leave.
  • What do you mean he don't eat no meat? That's okay, I make lamb.
  • You better get married soon. You're starting to look old.
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Why Eltorama recommends this film

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Nia Vardalos' biggest hit as director, no similar success since.