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The Big Sick is based on the real-life courtship between Pakistan-born comedian Kumail Nanjiani (played by himself) and grad student Emily Gordon (played by Zoe Kazan) who 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. Also starring Holly Hunter and Ray Romano. The story is written by Kumail Nanjiani and Emily V. Gordon and is directed by Michael Showalter and produced by Judd Apatow.The Big Sick has a 98% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and is currently one of the highest grossing independent movies of the year with over $42 million in domestic box office sales. Spoiler-Free recommendations    -       Arranged marriage vs. "love marriage" -       Family dynamics – parents who meddle -       Culture clash and assimilation -       Sacrifi