The Big Sick
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.
Keywords:
Chicago, illinois
New york city
Immigrant
Muslim
Roommates
Sadness
Sarcasm
Comedian
Based on true story
One-man show
Pakistan
Family relationships
Film in film
Matchmaking
Cultural difference
Hospital
Falling in love
Family
Illness
Group of friends
Intercultural relationship
Aftercreditsstinger
College student
Uber
Traditional family
Comedy club
Stand-up comedian
Grad school
Movie tag line: "An awkward true story."
