Big Fat Greek Wedding 3: Where's The Party At?

My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3 sees the Portokalos family travel to Greece following the death of their patriarch, Gus. The film was shot in Athens and on the island of Corfu. The village of Danilia, 10km from the city of Corfu, was used for most of the exterior scenes.

Filming locations in Athens

Athens, Greece, was a filming hotspot for 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3', with the majority of filming taking place around the Plaka salt pan, in the Plaka neighbourhood of Athens.

The film showcases some of Athens' ancient landmarks, vibrant culture, and historical significance. The Parthenon, a temple dedicated to the goddess Athena, is featured, as is the Acropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The shopping scene where Toula and Aunt Voula get drunk was filmed in Plaka, the main shopping area of Athens. The beach the family swims at is Rafina Beach, next to Athens' Rafina port. The 'party scene' where the kids sneak out to a club was filmed at Bolivar Beach Bar in Athens.

Athens International Airport, located 33 km southeast of Athens in a suburb called Spata, is also featured in the film.

Corfu as a filming location

Corfu, the seventh-largest Greek island, is a popular filming location. It has been featured in productions such as ITV's The Durrells, James Bond's For Your Eyes Only, and My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3. The island boasts stunning natural landscapes, from its rugged mountains and charming towns to its pristine beaches.

Corfu Town, with its principal port, pastel-coloured architecture, and cobbled streets, is a key filming spot on the island. The Old Town, located on the northern side, offers picturesque views and was featured in The Durrells. South of the city is the Mon Repos Palace, which served as the home of Countess Mavrodaki in The Durrells and is also known for being the birthplace of Prince Philip.

The village of Dassia, on the northeast coast, boasts beautiful beaches and gardens and was another filming location for The Durrells. Agios Stefanos, a beach only accessible by boat, provided a stunning backdrop for the show as well. Villa Annemoyani in Gouvia stood in for the Durrells' home in the series.

Corfu's diverse and captivating locations make it an ideal choice for filmmakers seeking to showcase the beauty and culture of Greece. Danilia Village, a traditional Corfiot village, served as a filming location for My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3. The village, owned by the Grecotel Imperial resort, has been rebuilt after an earthquake and now functions as an open-air museum and event space.

The cast and crew's accommodation

The cast and crew of 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3' were accommodated in the Greek island of Corfu, specifically in the Angsana Corfu Resort and Spa. The resort is located a few kilometres away from Benitses, on a hill overlooking the Ionian Sea. It features a huge infinity pool, which provides a memorable experience, making it feel like you are on the same level as the horizon.

In addition to the Angsana Corfu Resort and Spa, there were other accommodation options available near the filming locations. In Athens, some of the recommended hotels include the Grande Bretagne, which is the oldest and most luxurious hotel in the city, located at the main Constitution Square opposite the Parliament. Another option is the Perianth Hotel, situated in the hip city centre, offering an excellent view of the Acropolis. The Coco-Mat Hotel Athens, located in the posh Kolonaki neighbourhood, is also a great choice, known for its boutique urban charm.

The cast and crew were also conveniently located near five-star accommodations in Corfu, close to the city and the port, making logistics easier for the production team.

The plot of the movie

My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3 is a 2023 American romantic comedy film written and directed by Nia Vardalos, who also reprises her role as Toula. The film is the third instalment in the My Big Fat Greek Wedding franchise and stars John Corbett, Louis Mandylor, Elena Kampouris, Gia Carides, Joey Fatone, Lainie Kazan, and Andrea Martin.

The plot of the film centres on the death of Gus Portokalos, the family patriarch, and the Portokalos family's journey to Greece for a reunion in his hometown of Vrisi. Toula, Gus's daughter, attempts to locate her father's childhood friends to fulfil his wish of having his journal—containing his life story—handed over to them. The family is invited to Vrisi by Victory, a distant relative and the town's mayor, under the guise of a family reunion. Upon their arrival, they discover that the village is nearly abandoned and that Victory's true intention is to have the Portokaloses revive the village.

The family goes sightseeing and visits Gus's childhood home, where they meet Alexandra, Gus's old flame. The following day, Toula searches for Gus's friends in a nearby town but is unsuccessful and ends up getting drunk on ouzo. Meanwhile, Ian, Toula's husband, befriends a monk who possesses information about everyone's activities in the village, and Nick, Toula's brother, searches for the village's oldest tree. At dinner, the family meets Peter, Alexandra's son and Gus's unknown son, as well as his grandson Christos, and Alexandra's assistant Qamar.

Christos and Qamar, who are secretly betrothed, take Paris, Toula and Ian's college-age daughter, and Aristotle, her college-mate and Victory's assistant, to a club. The next day, Toula informs her family about Peter but continues to struggle to locate Gus's friends. With the help of a list provided by the monk, Nikki and Angelo, Toula's cousins, are able to locate and bring back Gus's friends.

The family also learns about Christos and Qamar's engagement, as well as Paris's academic probation. Peter and Alexandra disapprove, but the younger generation rejects external interference, opting to address their issues independently. Eventually, Peter and Alexandra come to terms with the relationship, and Victory recognises the potential of a wedding to revitalise the village.

In a joyous celebration, Qamar's family joins them for her wedding to Christos. Paris opens up about her split with Aristotle, and Toula, Nick, and Peter privately scatter Gus's ashes around the village's oldest tree. Toula and Nick decide to bring Peter back to America with them as part of the family.

The cast of the movie

The third instalment of the My Big Fat Greek Wedding franchise was written and directed by Nia Vardalos, who also reprised her role as co-star Fotoula "Toula" Portokalos. The film also stars John Corbett as Ian Miller, Toula's husband; Louis Mandylor as Nick Portokalos, Toula's brother; and Elena Kampouris as Paris Miller, Toula and Ian's daughter. Lainie Kazan plays Maria Portokalos, Toula's mother, who is battling dementia. Andrea Martin plays Theia Voula, Toula's aunt, and the cast also includes Gia Carides as Cousin Nikki, Joey Fatone as Cousin Angelo, and Maria Vacratsis as Theia Freida.

The film introduces several new characters, including Melina Kotselou as Victory, a distant relative and the mayor of Gus' hometown; Anthi Andreopoulou as Alexandra, Gus' old flame; and Alexis Georgoulis as Peter, Alexandra's son and Gus' unknown son. The cast also includes Giannis Vasilottos as Christos, Alexandra's grandson; Stephanie Nur as Qamar, Alexandra's assistant; and Elias Kacavas as Aristotle, Paris' college-mate.

Other cast members include Gerry Mendicino as Uncle Taki, Stavroula Logothettis as Athena Portokalos, Kathryn Haggis as Marianthi, Jayne Eastwood as Mrs. White, and Kathryn Greenwood as Marge.

The film is dedicated to the memory of Michael Constantine, who played Gus Portokalos in the first two films but passed away in 2021. It is also the first film in the series not to star Bess Meisler and Ian Gomez.

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