I couldn’t tell you how many middle-aged people told me “Oh my God, you have to see My Big Fat Greek Wedding, it’s so funny!” a few years ago. If you ever hear the same thing, take it from me, do not see it.  It’s the cinematic equivalent of one of those bad comedians who’s convinced they’re unique.  “You’ll never believe what my mother said the other day, she’s sooo crazy!  Hey, have I told you I’m half German and half Hispanic?  That’s why I’m in therapy!”

Anyway, this is the trailer for MBFGW-writer/star Nia Vardalos’ follow up, My Life in Ruins.  She goes to Greece to regain her mojo, or ‘kefi’, as the Greeks call it.  I’m not sure what else it’s about or who else is in it because I just stabbed my laptop in the face.

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