The third installment of the beloved My Big Fat Greek Wedding franchise has finally arrived,
and it’s safe to say that it’s not quite the same as the first two films. While there are still plenty of laughs to be had, the film feels more forced and formulaic than its predecessors.
The film picks up several years after the events of the second film, with Toula Portokalos (Nia Vardalos) and Ian Miller (John Corbett) now happily married with two children. Toula is running her own catering business, while Ian is a stay-at-home dad. The couple is still very much in love, but they’re also starting to feel the pressures of raising a family and running a business.
When Toula’s parents, Gus (Michael Constantine) and Maria (Andrea Martin), announce that they’re getting a divorce, it sends shockwaves through the Portokalos family. Toula is determined to help her parents reconcile, but it’s not going to be easy.
Meanwhile, Ian’s parents, Ellie (Ellie Landau) and Nick (Charles Shaughnessy), are also facing their own marital problems. Ellie is feeling neglected by Nick, and she’s starting to wonder if their marriage is worth saving.
As Toula and Ian try to help their parents, they also have to deal with the challenges of their own relationship. Can they weather the storms of life and stay together?
My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3 is a heartwarming film with plenty of laughs, but it’s not quite the same as the first two films. The film feels more forced and formulaic, and the characters don’t seem to have evolved much since the last time we saw them.
Still, if you’re a fan of the franchise, you’ll probably find something to enjoy in My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3. Just don’t go in expecting the same magic as the first two films.
Here are some additional thoughts on the film:
- The film’s setting in Greece is beautiful, and the cinematography is stunning.
- The cast is all-star, and everyone gives a good performance.
- The film is full of heartwarming moments, but it also deals with some serious issues, such as divorce and infidelity.
- Overall, My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3 is a decent sequel, but it’s not the classic that the first two films were