Heartfelt and intelligent, The Big Sick uses its appealing leads and cross-cultural themes to prove the standard rom-com formula still has some fresh angles left to explore.

The Big Sick tells the story of Pakistan-born aspiring comedian, Kumail, who connects with grad student Emily, after one of his stand-up sets.

However, what they thought would be just a one-night stand blossoms into the real thing.  

This complicates the life that is expected of Kumail by his traditional Muslim parents. 

When Emily is beset with a mystery illness, it forces Kumail to navigate the medical crisis with her parents, whom he’s never met. 

He also had to deal with the emotional tug-of-war between his family and his heart.

Oscar-winner Holly Hunter and Ray Romano, star of Everybody Loves Raymond, are Emily’s parents.

The film has been praised by the critics, being rated 98 per cent by Rotten Tomatoes.

The New York Times commented: “A true story of love, death and the everyday comedy of being a 21st century American”.

The Big Sick, rated M, will screen on Friday, October 20, at 7.30pm, at Scone Films’ pop-up cinema at the Senior Citizen’s Centre, Oxford Road, Scone.

Entry is open to all at $12.  

There is limited seating, so to be sure of entry, advance tickets can be purchased from Hunt a Book, Scone.

As always, there is a warm welcome for everyone. 

You don’t have to be a member.  

Come with friends, or come on you own and make new ones there. 

For insurance requirements, under-18s must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian.

Details are available on the website www.sconefilms.org.au and www.facebook.com/sconefilms