No Other Choice: Killing for the Family at the Age of Obsolescence
With the theme of unemployment, it presents a family fantasy anecdote rather the a comment on social problems.


For just over two decades, the Portokalos family has brought us zany antics and wholesome, relatable interpersonal dilemmas. Writer - and now director - Nia Vardalos is a walking advertisement for the power of inclusive storytelling, having taken it upon herself to tap an underserved market by crafting a self-reflective narrative, and effectively introducing audiences to Greek culture in a way no creative had done before.

Following the death of their patriarch Gus, the Portokalos family travels to Greece for a family reunion, and to deliver Gus' journal to his old friends.
With the theme of unemployment, it presents a family fantasy anecdote rather the a comment on social problems.
I am an Armenian who has a mild form of epilepsy. I rarely see Armenian culture and epilepsy properly portrayed in film or TV. I delve into the how and why.
This film was filled with great plot points. Unfortunately, they all contradicted each other and clashed. Had the premise of Awake been more consistent and accurately portrayed the real world aspect, I think this could have been an extreme success.