Quote by Nia Vardalos

On the publicity tour of 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding,' I was asked over and over again, if, as the writer, I felt it was a fair depiction of real life to have someone of my er, below average looks, hook up with hottie John Corbett.

On the publicity tour of 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding,' I was a

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This quote, by the writer of 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding', highlights the common question she faced during the publicity tour about the realistic portrayal of an individual like her, with below average looks, being romantically involved with someone conventionally attractive like John Corbett. The quote suggests that there was skepticism surrounding how accurately the film depicted real-life relationships and the inherent biases that often influence such portrayals. By raising this question, the author challenges the standard beauty standards perpetuated in media and advocates for more diverse and authentic representations of relationships in popular culture.

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