The Big Sick

It took me a while to get used to Kumail. For about twenty minutes, I was even pretty uncertain whether this comedy was actually a comedy, or if it was simply an unusual drama. But once Zoe Kazan made an appearance on the scene (or rather in a coma), a whirlwind of great situational humor started that went so natural for Kumail that it really was a pleasure to watch him. For instance, his first encounter with Emily’s parents is really good fun. And there are plenty more similar scenes in the film. Eventually, the unusual drama turns into an unusual dramedy which managed to put me in a really good mood that didn’t disappear even after I finished the movie. The thing is, I read about the film that it was based on a true story and that the main character is the same Kumail as the one in the film. At that point, the movie reached a whole new dimension. (30/11/2017)

An enjoyable film with a topical theme of Muslims and a very likeable main character, who unfortunately I didn't find funny at all in his stand up routines, but the film keeps a decent level thanks to intelligent dialogues, decent romance, strong emotions and you also learn something about Pakistani culture, so it's definitely a film worth watching. 75% (19/09/2017)

The Big Sick is another one of Judd Apatow’s great conversational dramas with a beautifully light and positively conceived take on the current most pressing issue of Muslims, with a traditionally relatable and well-analyzed relationshiporiented plot line. The film is emotional and intelligent, with a script worthy of an Oscar nomination. And I think that Zoe Kazan might get one as well. (08/07/2017)

It follows strictly the tried and tested plot of a typical Sundance midcult feel-good flick; i.e. it’s not serious about serious things, with social overtones, not overdone and with likeable characters. Of course, it doesn't matter at all if it makes you laugh, moves you, and also teaches you something about cricket in Pakistan. (16/07/2017)

I was wondering how a romantic comedy could be so entertaining that it dazzled at the Sundance Film Festival and then also as the opening film at the Karlovy Vary festival. It turns out that romantic comedy really can be very funny and perfectly disarming. At first glance, it's a seemingly unoriginal romance involving a stand-up comedian, but on the other hand, it's fantastic fun with great jokes and interesting developments. (23/07/2017)