The Big Sick

A romantic comedy-drama directed by Michael Showalter, this film follows the cross-cultural relationship between a Pakistani comedian, played by Kumail Nanjiani, and an American graduate student, portrayed by Zoe Kazan. Their budding romance faces challenges when cultural differences and a sudden illness test their bond. The film is notable for its heartfelt storytelling and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. It also features strong performances from Holly Hunter and Ray Romano. For those interested, the movie can be viewed on Soap2day for free.