The Big Sick: Review

Sundance dramedies are like comfort food for me, but sometimes as of lately, they feel a little too manufactured and artificial for my taste. That, however, is nearly the case for The Big Sick, the true love story based on the lives of Kumail Nanjiani and Emily V. Gordon. Every single fiber of this film feels genuine and authentic in every way and thanks to the genius writing and acting, it's the perfect rollercoaster of strong emotions. There's such a refreshing sense of reality and personality to this film.

As is customary with films labeled as "Apatow Productions," this does feel about 10-15 minutes too long and the last few minutes or so did feel a little too indie cutesy for my taste. There's so much to love here, and I couldn't possibly say anything that hasn't already been said better by someone else who's more equipped to talk about it. But the film's commentary on how we have to throw our relationships into an emotional hurricane to truly understand our feelings for one another hit me really hard. Everybody hits big speed bumps in life and it's super easy to just give up on it but it's those who stick with who are able to better understand themselves and everyone around them.

Not a perfect film, but this a film that I can safely say is for everyone. It's full of so much wit, charm, humor, and honesty. It's one of the most enjoyable two hours I've spent in a theater all year. You know you need to go see this ASAP. (8.75/10)
(Also, my biggest take away from this is that I'm glad Ray Romano is back in the spotlight)