The Big Sick

Must Go
‘The Big Sick’ is an overwhelming experience, that left me with a big smile on my face. It’s a beautiful love-story, with the backdrop of two diverse families, from two extreme ends of the world. Kumail Nanjiani and Emily V. Gordon re-tell their heartwarming, albeit intense journey, with pure skill. The two successfully capture their real life experiences & nurture into a terrific cinematic experience. The writing is top-notch & offers a realistic take on different religions, without ever taking sides.
Kumail Nanjiani is wonderfully restrained, delivering a performance driven by pure feeling. Zoe Kazan as Emily, is extraordinary. Although she gets limited screen time in comparison to the others, the actress leaves a solid mark. Ray Romano & Holly Hunter, as Emily’s parents, are flawless. I also liked Anupam Kher as Kumail’s father and Zenobia Shroff as his mother.
The Big Sick is a gem.