The Big Sick
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| Directed by | Michael Showalter |
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| Cinematography | Brian Burgoyne |
| Edited by | Robert Nassau |
| Music by | Michael Andrews |
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| Distributed by | Amazon Studios |
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Running time | 124 minutes[1] |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
The Big Sick is an American romantic comedy film directed by Michael Showalter, from a screenplay by Kumail Nanjiani and Emily V. Gordon. It stars Nanjiani, Ray Romano, Holly Hunter, and Zoe Kazan.
The film had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival on January 20, 2017.[2]
Plot
The Big Sick is based on the real courtship of Kumail Nanjiani and his now-wife, Emily Gordon. Kumail's traditional Muslim family are unhappy with his relationship with Emily, an American. When Emily is waylaid by a mysterious illness, Kumail must take charge of the crisis with her parents, Beth and Terry.[3]
Cast
- Kumail Nanjiani as Kumail
- Ray Romano as Terry
- Holly Hunter as Beth
- Zoe Kazan as Emily
- Aidy Bryant
- Bo Burnham
- Adeel Akhtar
- Matty Cardarople as Stu
- Anupam Kher
- Rebecca Naomi Jones as Jessie
- Kurt Braunohler as Chris
Production
In December 2015, it was announced Kumail Nanjiani would star in the film from a screenplay written by him and Emily V. Gordon, while Judd Apatow will produce alongside Barry Mendel under their Apatow Productions banner, while FilmNation Entertainment will finance the film.[4] In February 2016, Zoe Kazan joined the cast.[5] In April 2016, Holly Hunter and Ray Romano joined the cast of the film.[6] In May 2016, Aidy Bryant, Bo Burnham and Kurt Braunohler joined the cast of the film.[7] That same month, Adeel Akhtar joined the cast of the film.[8] Michael Andrews composed the film's score.[9]
Filming
Principal photography began on May 11, 2016.[10]
Release
The Big Sick premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 20, 2017. Shortly after, Amazon Studios acquired distribution rights to the film, after bids from Sony Pictures and Fox Searchlight Pictures.[11]
References
- ^ "Printable Film Guide" (PDF). Sundance Film Festival. Retrieved December 13, 2016.
- ^ Patten, Dominic (December 5, 2016). "Sundance 2017: Robert Redford, New Rashida Jones Netflix Series, 'Rebel In The Rye' & More On Premiere, Docu, Midnight & Kids Slates". Deadline.com. Retrieved December 5, 2016.
- ^ Winfrey, Graham (January 22, 2017). "Amazon Wins 'The Big Sick' Bidding War $12 Million Buy Sundance 2017". IndieWire. Retrieved January 23, 2017.
- ^ Jafaar, Ali (December 4, 2015). "FilmNation To Fully Finance And Sell Judd Apatow-Produced 'The Big Sick'". Deadline.com. Retrieved June 22, 2016.
- ^ McNary, Dave (February 11, 2016). "Berlin: Zoe Kazan Joins Kumail Nanjiani in 'The Big Sick'". Variety. Retrieved June 22, 2016.
- ^ Geler, Thom (April 13, 2016). "'Vinyl's' Ray Romano, 'Batman v Superman's' Holly Hunter Join Romantic Comedy 'The Big Sick' (Exclusive)". The Wrap. Retrieved June 22, 2016.
- ^ McClintock, Pamela (May 13, 2016). "Cannes: Aidy Bryant Joins Judd Apatow-Produced 'The Big Sick'". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved June 22, 2016.
- ^ Jafaar, Ali (May 23, 2016). "Adeel Akhtar Joins Judd Apatow-Produced 'The Big Sick'". Deadline.com. Retrieved June 22, 2016.
- ^ "Michael Andrews to Score Michael Showalter's 'The Big Sick'". FilmMusicReporter. December 16, 2016. Retrieved December 16, 2016.
- ^ "On the Set for 5/13/16: Paul Rudd Starts Rolling on 'An Ideal Home', Gal Gadot Wraps Shooting on 'Wonder Woman'". SSN Insider. May 13, 2016. Retrieved June 22, 2016.
- ^ Fleming, Jr., Mike (January 22, 2017). "Amazon Wrapping Up $12 Million Deal For Sundance Pic 'The Big Sick:' Sources". Deadline. Retrieved January 22, 2017.
External links
- The Big Sick at IMDb