The Big Sick
Based on the real-life courtship: Pakistan-born comedian Kumail and grad student Emily fall in love, but they struggle as their cultures clash. When Emily contracts a mysterious illness, Kumail must navigate the crisis with her parents and the emotional tug-of-war between his family and his heart.
Critic Reviews:
- " What sets the film apart is an oddness that could only have sprung from real life. That and sincerity, compassion, humanity. " – Donald Clarke
- " A comedy with heart and soul to spare. " – Mark Kermode
- " A crowd-pleaser that still feels personal and intimate. " – Richard Crouse