# The Big Sick (2017)

> A budding Chicago comedian confronts love, family expectations, and a medical emergency that forces him to reconsider the identity he has inherited.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/279011

## Facts

- Runtime: 120 min
- Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance
- Director: Michael Showalter
- Cast: Kumail Nanjiani, Zoe Kazan, Holly Hunter, Ray Romano, Anupam Kher, Zenobia Shroff, Adeel Akhtar, Bo Burnham
- TMDB rating: 7.3/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5462602/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: witty, heartfelt, sarcastic, date night, comfort viewing

## Synopsis

A heartfelt blend of humor and drama unfolds as love faces unexpected challenges.

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