The film The Big Sick does not have a formal subtitle or a "piece" as part of its official title. However, the film is frequently described by its central premise or tagline in promotional materials. Film Overview Michael Showalter Writers: Emily V. Gordon and Kumail Nanjiani

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Based on the real-life courtship of the writers, it follows a Pakistani-born comedian who falls in love with an American grad student and must deal with cultural clashes when she falls into a coma. Key Marketing Phrases