
The Big Sick
An awkward true story.
Directed by Michael Showalter
Produced by FilmNation Entertainment, Apatow Productions
A warm, funny, and emotionally honest romantic drama about cultural collision, family obligation, and love tested by illness and identity.
Pakistan-born comedian Kumail Nanjiani and grad student Emily Gardner fall in love but struggle as their cultures clash. When Emily contracts a mysterious illness, Kumail finds himself forced to face her feisty parents, his family's expectations, and his true feelings.
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Questions people ask
Is The Big Sick violent? Barely. Less violent than 86% of films.
Does The Big Sick end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 81% of films.
Is The Big Sick easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 77% of films.
Is The Big Sick scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.
Is The Big Sick sad? Yes. More sad than 75% of films.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like The Big Sick
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
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Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Big Sick, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Big Sick, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Big Sick, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.





























































