28 quotes
Conflicting Perspectives on Relationships and Events
Dr. Tullen
(about Irv, hands Georgia $$) That man is so rude. Make it stop.
Big Al
(about the bus crash) You know, this whole thing happened cause he was staring at you, Angie.
Kimmy
Angie, everyone on the bus has a different word for it. I call it: mysterious.
Caitlin
Will my parents ever stop fighting?
GATOR
(doing rapid shots of Grapa) I've never even seen this kind of alcohol before!
Nico
(sarcastically, to his group) Fine, fine, take your stupid pictures and I go get you some ice cream.
Maria
Everybody should take the time for a coffee.
Maria
Nico? He quit. Mama's boy. I knew his father. Same thing.
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Understanding Infidelity and Personal Choices
Lala
Why did my husband cheat on me?
Irv
It wasn't you he cheated. Some men cheat themselves out of living a life with a woman they love.
[as the Oracle]
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Cultural Misunderstandings on a Bus Trip
Nico
Fine, fine, take your stupid pictures and I go get you some ice cream.
[sarcastically, to his group]
Georgia
Good Morning, Nico.
Nico
Oh yeah, I have a headache in my head. The bus air conditioning, it break and these American idiots never stopped the complain, complain, complain.
[angry]
Angry Canadian Woman
Wait a minute. Did you just call us, "Americans"?
Nico
Americans, Canadians. What's the difference?
Canadian Woman
You jerk!
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Group Dynamics and Evaluations in Teamwork
Georgia
Why does Nico always get the good group?
Maria
His evaluations don't say: Average.
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The Challenge of Understanding Australians
Georgia
Australians are the nicest people, but you can only understand about half of what they say.
[about members of her group]
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Unexpected Gifts and Acknowledgments
Dorcas
Georgie, I got these for you.
[hands her a jewelry box]
Georgia
Dorcas, you shouldn't do this.
Dorcas
It's all right. I've got the receipt.
Georgia
Good for you.
Dorcas
Well, it's a start.
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Greek Adventure Awaits in New Film
Taglines
The Star of My Big Fat Greek Wedding is Finally Going to Greece.
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Request for Full-Time Driving Position
Prokopi “Poupi”
Maria, will you make me a full-time driver?
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Apology for Unfortunate Behavior and Medication Reaction
Irv
I would like to apologize to everybody. It was my medication, I take Preparation H because I'm an asshole.
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A Successful Journey Among Ancient Ruins
Irv
Irv Giddian and I've come here to see as many ancient ruins as possible and judging from your husband, the trip is already a success.
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A Beekeeper's Sun Protection Explained
Irv
I have a question.
Georgia
Yeah.
Irv
(referring to Dr. Tullen, who is covered head-to-toe) What's with the beekeeper?
Mr. Tullen
My wife needs protection from the sun.
Irv
But we're not going to the sun.
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A Discussion on Spirit and Employment
Maria
(after Georgia leaves) That girl. That girl has no kefi, What Greek does not have spirit, eh?
Nico
Maybe she's half Greek.
Maria
This was supposed to be temporary while she looked for some big-shot teaching job. And now no one will hire her and I am stuck with her.
Nico
Hey, if I make her quit, can I have a raise?
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The Dark Side of History and Commerce
Irv
History has got a lot of dirty stories. Sex sells.
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Frustrations of a Tour Guide in Greece
Georgia
Standing in the middle of culture and history,and they want a 50-50 poly-cotton blend T-shirt with a picture of a Trojan horse. Why am I spending my life showing tourists gorgeous ancient ruins they care nothing about? And Pangloss Tours pays lousy. They book the worst hotel rooms. I don't have any friends here. I actually don't know anybody. Really, I haven't had sex in forever.
Prokopi
Forever is a long time.
Georgia
Yeah. You speak English?
Prokopi
Yes.
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Reflections on Love and Loneliness
Prokopi “Poupi”
You said you haven't made love in forever.
[to Georgia]
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The Humor in Greek Culture and Statues
Irv
How many of you, like me, have come here to fondle as many nude statues as possible? This is comedy. The Greeks invented it, like moustaches on women.
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Love Found in Unexpected Places
Taglines
Falling in Love...In All the Wrong Places
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Lightweight Confessions of a Romantic Traveler
Georgia
I'm a lightweight, one drink and I'm looking for a bellman to make out with.
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A Rumor About Divinity
Irv
I'm not a god. That's just a rumor my mother started.
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A Tent, Sun, and a Reveal
Mr. Tullen
(trying to get his wife out of the tent) Elizabeth, dear, do please come out of there.
DR. Tullen
I won't, I don't want to get sunburned.
Caitlin
(walking closer) If you don't come out, I'm going to tell everyone how old you are. (an orange parasol is open just outside of the tent, raising revealing Dr. Tullen in a black swimsuit)
Mr. Tullen
(nearly speechless) Well, that was certainly worth the wait.
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A Request for Humor to Cease
Georgia
You’re not funny. Stop trying.
[to Irv]
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Consequences of Distraction and Danger
Prokopi “Poupi”
You distracted me. I could have killed you. All of us.
[to Georgia, about the bus crash]
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The Practicality of a Bus Driver's Job
Prokopi “Poupi”
My job is to drive the bus, you know it pays better.
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Sarcasm in a Surprising Situation
Maria
By the way, Spiros eloped with that girl with no foot.
Georgia
(going through her mail) Excellent!
Maria
Why?
Georgia
I’m being sarcastic.
Maria
You're not funny. Stop trying.
Georgia
Who's my driver? Not Themio.
Maria
Relax. He's in jail. You got the substitute. Procopi.
Georgia
(as he comes through the side door w/ her back to him) The creepy, hairy, creepy guy?... He's right behind me, isn't he?
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Questions of Identity and Choices
Prokopi
What was his name?
Georgia
Who?
Prokopi
When it's over, some women cut their hair. Some women run away to Greece. So...
Georgia
I did not move to Greece because of some man. Why? Who'd you shave for?
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Mixed Feelings About a Relationship
Georgia
Fine. Yeah, sometimes he's nice, but mostly he just makes me mad.
[about Prokopi]
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Fun Without a Passport
Taglines
The most fun you can have without a passport.
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Communication and Understanding in Relationships
Georgia
You must think I'm crazy.
Prokopi
Yes.
Georgia
Fair enough. Why would you not tell me?
Prokopi
I thought you needed to talk. I have three sisters. So talk.
Georgia
Do you ever question what you're doing with your life?
Prokopi
No.
Georgia
What?
Prokopi
Talk more about the no sex.
Georgia
I'm good, thanks.
Prokopi
You don't question? Come on, Greece is the land of philosophers.
Georgia
Yes. But that is their job.
Prokopi
My job is to drive the bus. You know, it pays better.
Georgia
Come on. You don't have a life plan?
Prokopi
How do you plan life?
Georgia
What?
Prokopi
Come on. We'll get some coffee and you can talk.
Georgia
What? We're working.
Prokopi
Everyone should take the time for a coffee.
Georgia
That is the typical Greek mentality.
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