The Los Angeles Greek Film Festival announces the World Premiere of I HATE VALENTINE’S DAY which marks Nia Vardalos’ directorial debut on Saturday, June 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the Egyptian Theatre. Vardalos, who wrote the screenplay, also stars in the movie with her MY BIG FAT GREEK WEDDING co-star John Corbett. I HATE VALENTINE’S DAY will be available On Demand July 1 and in theaters July 3.
“We are honored that the festival has chosen us as their world premiere event for this year. The Los Angeles Greek Film Festival is becoming one of the preeminent showcases for filmmakers of Greek descent worldwide, and we are thrilled to be included as part of their line-up,” added Vardalos.
Vardalos is Genevieve, a romantic, carefree florist who loves romance but keeps her relationships short with a “five date” rule. Her theory is tested when her whirlwind romance with Greg (Corbett), the charming new restaurateur in town, reaches the end of their fifth date, and she realizes she wants more.
The film’s supporting cast includes Stephen Guarino, Amir Arison, Zoe Kazan, Gary Wilmes, Mike Starr, Jason Mantzoukas, Judith Friedlander, Rachel Dratch, Jay O. Sanders, Lynda Gravatt and Suzanne Shepherd. William Sherak, Jason Shuman and Madeleine Sherak produce, with Dominic Ianno and Michael Gallant serving as executive producers.
The screening of I HATE VALENTINE’S DAY will take place at the Egyptian Theatre, located at 6712 Hollywood Blvd in Hollywood, CA 90028 at 7:30 p.m. Q&A session with Vardalos and producers William Sherak and Jason Shuman will follow. For more information and to purchase advance tickets please visit www.lagreekfilmfestival.org.
IFC Film’s I HATE VALENTINE’S DAY will be available On Demand July 1 and in theaters July 3.
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