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TVJerryApr 3, 2016

Toula (Nia Vardalos) and Ian (John Corbett) are still married 17 years later. They now have a semi-surly teenage daughter who's humiliated by her heritage, while their own relationship is losing a bit of focus. True to the title, there'sToula (Nia Vardalos) and Ian (John Corbett) are still married 17 years later. They now have a semi-surly teenage daughter who's humiliated by her heritage, while their own relationship is losing a bit of focus. True to the title, there's another wedding that brings the family together, after much comic mayhem. All of the fussy relatives are back, including a few new ones and there's plenty of mildly entertaining "Greek comedy." There's nothing subtle or surprising in this sequel and the writing (also by Vardalos) is somewhat bland. Still, audiences who prefer broad, obvious, family-style humor may find it sweetly appealing.… Expand

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TheKavehJMar 26, 2016

Sure, My Big Fat Greek Wedding isn't as good as it's predecessor, but the film is consistently funny, and very enjoyable. The best part about it is that it doesn't overstay it's welcome.

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tisnothingMar 26, 2016

Enjoyable and funny, with the same sense of coming-of-age in an immigrant family as the first one. I loved the added layer of a 50 year couple reconsidering their marriage. A fun night at the movies with enjoyable characters that seem like family.

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horrorliefhebApr 1, 2016

-My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 is a 2016 American romantic comedy film directed by Kirk Jones and written by Nia Vardalos. The film stars Nia Vardalos, John Corbett, Lainie Kazan, Michael Constantine, Andrea Martin, Ian Gomez and Elena-My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 is a 2016 American romantic comedy film directed by Kirk Jones and written by Nia Vardalos. The film stars Nia Vardalos, John Corbett, Lainie Kazan, Michael Constantine, Andrea Martin, Ian Gomez and Elena Kampouris. It is the sequel to My Big Fat Greek Wedding, which was released in 2002. Filming began in late May 2015 in Toronto. The film was released on March 25, 2016 by Universal Pictures.

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-My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 received generally negative reviews from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, the film has a rating of 24%, based on 106 reviews, with an average rating of 4.4/10. The site's consensus reads, "My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 is as sweet and harmless as the original, but its collection of sitcom gags and stereotypes never coalesces into anything resembling a story with a purpose." On Metacritic the film has a score of 37 out of 100, based on 31 critics, indicating "generally unfavorable reviews". On CinemaScore, audiences gave the film an average grade of "A–" on an A+ to F scale.… Expand

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horizonbtsMar 25, 2016

Just got home from the early evening show and seeing "My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2". I was such a fan of the first movie and I so enjoyed all the characters, humor, and fun from the original. When I saw in the USA Today months ago that theyJust got home from the early evening show and seeing "My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2". I was such a fan of the first movie and I so enjoyed all the characters, humor, and fun from the original. When I saw in the USA Today months ago that they were doing a sequel with all the original cast, I was so pumped. Of course I made plans to go see the sequel on its first night in the theater. The AMC theater filling up quick and I was hoping with the rest of the crowd that it would live up to the original. I have to admit the first 1/4 of the movie I found myself thinking, OK just like so many other sequels, this one wasn't going to live up expectations, not even close. Not sure what happened as Nina Vardalos, John Corbett, Michael Constantine, and the rest seemed to be entangled in the first quarter of the script. Then all of a sudden like a magical spell was thrown upon all the cast and instantly it became enchanted with all the grace, humor, wit, and fun of the original. If you go give it a chance to heat up because it does full force, all the one liners start getting laughs, and the wit of Gus and Maria, along with the wise cracks of Aunt Voula come alive. Aunt Voula like in the first along with Gus steal the movie for me and run with it. Like any comedy I went to see, I love to hear the rest of theater enjoy a movie and laugh along the way. The story I won't give it totally away as most of you probably already know unexpectedly Gus and Maria find out that their wedding liscense wasn't signed by the priest 50 years ago, thus all those years in their minds they weren't married properly. When Gus finds the certificate by accident while looking up his Greek heritage, that is where all the fun begins. This wrapped with the other story lines comes together nicely as Ian and Toula's marriage has fallen on boring times, and in addition their daughter now a senior in HS is trying to pick a college to attend and a suitable boyfriend for the prom, without interference from the rest of the family. It all shapes together nicely and ended up being a great movie. I would have given it a 10 if the movie had not started out with the magic that the other 3/4 of the movie brought to us all. I really hated to see it end just like the original, now I can only hope that maybe we might get lucky and see a 3rd installment!!!!!!!!! One can only wish.… Expand

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NerdConsultantMar 31, 2016

this movie may have issues with focus and have absolutely no idea what to do with some of it's characters but it really is still charming and funny though i admit that was still funny if a bit more predictable than the last film. Nia Vardalosthis movie may have issues with focus and have absolutely no idea what to do with some of it's characters but it really is still charming and funny though i admit that was still funny if a bit more predictable than the last film. Nia Vardalos writing still feels very personal and authentic and Michael Constantine give another fantastic performance i just won't be in a rush to see it again.… Expand

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Pearl678Mar 29, 2016

I must be the outlier here because I think My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 is better than the first effort. When the original came out, I thought it was a syrupy sweet greeting card with a plot that went nowhere. Although the characters wereI must be the outlier here because I think My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 is better than the first effort. When the original came out, I thought it was a syrupy sweet greeting card with a plot that went nowhere. Although the characters were great, all the dramatic tension, of you could call it that, felt manufactured. But I ended up seeing the thing several times because everyone else I knew seemed to love it. When I saw the sequel was coming out Easter weekend, I was genuinely excited to go with my mom and have a fun day together seeing a cheesy movie. But darn it, if someone wasn't chopping onions in that theater. It's so fun to have the cast back 14 years later, as well as the original house and restaurant sets. In the time since the first movie came out, I've gotten married and become a parent, so it was pretty poignant to see the restaurant again and remember the scenes from the first movie where the family was awkwardly getting to know Ian (deftly played by John Corbett) and think about how much life has changed since that scene, both for me and for the Portokalos'. Now, Ian and Toula are parents to a teenaged daughter named Paris, and dealing with very relatable sandwich generation stresses. Yes, it would have been nice for Paris' interests and personality to have been rounded out more. And there is one scene in particular that features some of the clunkiest dialogue since the '80s. The "wedding" part of the premise might be a hard sell for some, and I get that. But I think the performances are strong enough that the over-the-top-ness of the plot isn't too much. At least this time there's a sense of actual questions being asked which may not resolve as expected. And I personally would much rather see this kind of stretch in a romantic comedy than the relatable-nerd-stalks-manic-pixie-dream-girl trope. To sum up, the strength of the movie is that it's a romantic comedy about long term relationships after the shine has worn off and you're trying to keep a sense of yourselves as a couple despite having too many outside obligations.… Expand

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SUPERWOMAN422Apr 7, 2016

I think the critics are dead wrong with their reviews. If you liked the first one you'll like the second one. The casting was wonderful they paid real attention to the detail of the first one with the same great characters you loved from theI think the critics are dead wrong with their reviews. If you liked the first one you'll like the second one. The casting was wonderful they paid real attention to the detail of the first one with the same great characters you loved from the first one right down to the smallest roles. Nostalgically funny reiterating the fun moments from the first one in the same way you loved it before. Overall the movie is witty, funny, charming, and lovable just like the first one. If I could rate it higher than 10 I would I simply loved it.… Expand

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SoybeanarsonMar 25, 2016

Fantastic! I am not a fan of the romantic comedy genre in general, but years ago I fell in love with the first "My Big Fat Greek Wedding". It was Honest, funny, and organic, and the characters felt like real humans. Fast forward to theFantastic! I am not a fan of the romantic comedy genre in general, but years ago I fell in love with the first "My Big Fat Greek Wedding". It was Honest, funny, and organic, and the characters felt like real humans. Fast forward to the sequel. I saw the previews and was very worried. Was this going to be a wilder, shmultzyer re-hash of the first movie devoid of its heart in favor of cheap laughs? After watching it in the theater, let me assure you it is not. The same honesty, humor and heart that made the first movie special is intact, but told in an entirely different story, exploring people who have moved to very different parts of their life, have grown, but remain recognizable. Though it helps to have seen the first movie just to see the organic growth of the characters (and really you should see the first one just because it's great), this one easily stands on its own. The characters are equal parts bombastic and relateable. It emphasizes that tradition is important, but that change is good, and not to be feared. It walks the line between the importance of close family relationships and also having the courage and independence to strike out on your own and take command of your life. In short, there was not a thing about this movie I didn't like. If you liked the first one, this one will melt you, in a good way. If you never saw the first one, you will still find plenty to enjoy here. See it.… Expand

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EpicLadySpongeMar 25, 2016

They're back for another greek wedding... as obvious, it's not just a greek wedding... it's a big, fat greek wedding.... 14 years later. Well, I expected this not to end up like a Zoolander 2 and it perfectly did. If you're going to makeThey're back for another greek wedding... as obvious, it's not just a greek wedding... it's a big, fat greek wedding.... 14 years later. Well, I expected this not to end up like a Zoolander 2 and it perfectly did. If you're going to make movie sequels, at least release them in exactly 10 years or less. Now this movie's also worthless to see. Not even the greek weddings can save the major movies being released on March 25th, 2016 from being great. Now you're going to save your money... save your money from these movies coming up. Waste them on movies still playing in theaters or wait until the next pair of upcoming movies. If they're ever going to announce My Big Fat Greek Funeral, at least come in exactly 10 years or less. That's exactly what makes a movie screwed. People wanting sequels... then they don't want a sequel to happen due to low population of the first movie but they did listen before they listened about not having a sequel because it was released 14 years later. People always change. Greeks don't because they expect to be the same even after 14 years and they tried but they did change.… Expand

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PomarAncApr 2, 2016

Phenomenal!!! I first saw the original MBFGW, when I was still a kid and I felt in love immediately. Through years I've watched it dozens of times, if not almost weekly. No wonder I was exited when I heard of making it's sequel. I wasPhenomenal!!! I first saw the original MBFGW, when I was still a kid and I felt in love immediately. Through years I've watched it dozens of times, if not almost weekly. No wonder I was exited when I heard of making it's sequel. I was thrilled, but also terrified they would spoil it. All I have to say after watching it yesterday is, they didn't. I don't say they couldn't have done it better, they could. Compared to the original movie (which for me is high above most comedies I've saw in my life), the sequel is a little better then average, but compared to other comedies in, let's say, last 10 years, it's FANTASTIC! Nia Vardalos did a great job bringing it back to us, with original cast, scenes, even jokes from the first movie. Comparing to the original movie, maybe it's a little more focused on relationships - behind all the jokes is hidden a beautiful message on family and marriage. I went with my family and we didn't have so much laugh in years. It's hilariously funny and touching and lovable and in a way consoling, because we all have family, which is fabulous but sticks in our business all the time. And that's good, because that means, they love us. The movie brings a deep point to it. I've just read some bad reviews and I can't believe it! Any critics on movie being superficial and judgemental are absurd - this is comedy, for God's sake. All the jokes on Greeks are meant for very positive angle, so I don't see the problem. However, it's a MUST see!!! For people, which haven't seen the 1st one it will be hilarious, and the ones who did, will also not be disappointed. Must GO CHECK IT yourself!!! I can't wait to see it over and over again! :)))*… Expand

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nikos7070Apr 10, 2016

It was a great movie, it hit all the notes, you will be entertained. All the characters return even stronger than the 1st movie, more laughs, tears and baklava

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ShaunnyBwoyMay 19, 2016

Expectedly, this was corny. I'm a guy, and if you can't tolerate corny, you won't like this movie. Though you'd miss out on some fundamental family values that many families lack or fail to appreciate in modern times. The idea ofExpectedly, this was corny. I'm a guy, and if you can't tolerate corny, you won't like this movie. Though you'd miss out on some fundamental family values that many families lack or fail to appreciate in modern times. The idea of togetherness.

This movie isn't perfect, but put together well. From the picture being vibrant, to the energetic and charismatic characters (don't remember all the names of the characters, but the aunty is hilarious). It's funny, snappy, and corny to the point of embarrassment, but without revealing this fact to my girlfriend, I did quite enjoy the trip, and I don't usually like these types of movies.

Think I need to go for therapy.… Expand