Everyone, gather 'round. Get yourself a shot of ouzo and let me tell you about the lump on the back of my neck because TODAY marks 20 years since the most important film of all time, My Big Fat Greek Wedding, was released. Not only did this film bring Greek heritage to the forefront, but it made many people with overbearing families feel seen.
Oh, and it features John Corbett in his prime.
As a second-generation Greek-Canadian myself, my family looked to this film to explain everything about our heritage to our Canadian friends.
Nia Vardalos was our Greek-Canadian hero. She was the woman who wrote this hilarious story that moved THE Rita Wilson to produce it and get hubby Tom Hanks on board.
After being rejected by managers and agents, she turned the script into a one-woman show that caught the attention of Ms. Wilson.
"You can’t make anyone embrace change, marginalized voices or new ideas. So love yourself. And write your story."
WE LOVE YOU, MBFGW!
