Nature loves diversity, but cultures don't seem to. Guilt trips, and worse, assault non-linear people - those who do not follow in someone else's footsteps. Pressures may help us follow a healthier path, but they can confuse us as to what path we really want to take for ourselves. America's ethnic, economic and age diverse culture offers individuals many opportunities, but there are also many challenges to those wanting to take advantage of the opportunities. "The Big Sick" did a good job giving a glimpse of one version of this conundrum and how difficult a non-linear path can be once one reveals their conundrum to others. For individuals, cultures or nations, their biggest strength can, under different circumstances, be their biggest weakness. Diversity in ourselves or in a nation, can be a delicate flower, wilted by closed minds, like bigotry, but can lead to great strength if allowed to blossom. The movie felt like a real experience of a person evolving and discovering the strength to be himself.

What “The Big Sick” ends up accomplishing, is -- in my mind -- perfect romantic comedy. It’s funny, touching, and perceptive. The way in which it deals with cultural/religious differences is timely, as is the reminder of how much of a melting pot the United States has become. Kumail and Emily have infused the screenplay with genuine details. These little things are one reason why “The Big Sick” works. We sense from the beginning that, although the framework is that of a romantic comedy, there’s something true-to-life going on here.

Went into this movie with zero expectations, came out of it with a new favorite. I've always enjoyed Kumail Nanjiani, he's absolutely hilarious - but he really shines in this movie on all levels. This is a drama with comedic elements, but there really are a lot of laughs. I don't want to dip into spoiler territory, give it a watch!

A love story that crosses culture, this film is both funny and true. While the leads are excellent, Ray Romano and Holly Hunter really steal the show as the comatose woman's parents. They say comedy is dead, but that's not really true, as long as films this funny and touching are being made. Highly recommended.

I did not get a chance to see this movie in theatres but desparately wanted to. When I saw this was in the $5.99 bin, I was very surprised to see it there but I highly recommend everyone see this movie. It is an extremely charming and hilarious movie and so well acted.