My Big Fat Greek Life

Perhaps the crashing-and-burning of this crass attempt to turn box office gold into TV ratings will finally convince Hollywood execs that cross-medium success requires more than merely transferring a title and a star. But probably not. The "all seven episodes" of the "complete hilarious series" contained herein feature some of the worst-written material ever to appear on primetime television, as the charmingly neurotic family of My Big Fat Greek Wedding are transformed into something that would send even the most well-adjusted son or daughter running to a therapist...or Jerry Springer. Nia Vardalos, reprising her starring role, looks thoroughly embarrassed to be witnessing the trashing of her sweet little autobiographical movie, as well she should. Extra-less and instantly forgettable, this is not recommended. (M. Johanson)