Writer/actor Nia Vardalos rose to fame when her Oscar-nominated My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002) grossed over 368 million dollars worldwide to become the highest grossing independent feature. Since Wedding, she’s written three other features – Connie and Carla (2004), I Hate Valentine’s Day (2009), and Larry Crowne (2011).
In this interview with The Dialogue, Vardalos discusses developing ideas, writing screenplays, and being Greek in Hollywood.
I mean… true… you gottat draw from your own life for screenplays. When a writer says they don’t, aren’t they just suspect?
Yep the general rule is either write what you know or make sure you do a lot of research.
That was inspiring… it must emerge from the heart! Or you must learn how to make it emerge from the heart!
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