The Magic Is Missing in My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2

So I did see My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 and it was nowhere as magical and special as the first film even though virtually every character makes a reappearance albeit older and not quite as original or funny. The script early on seems less fresh and the jokes don't quite work as the story parallels three subplots: the grandparents' marriage, Toula (Nia Vardalos) and Ian's (John Corbett) marriage, and their teenage daughter ready for college and romance. There are moments here and there that are appealing especially when things coalesce nicely at the end that make you wish the whole film had that vibe. Sweet, and good natured, it is nothing quite like its predecessor.