Review of The Big Sick (2017) by Debbie D — 20 Aug 2017

Love this movie. Ray Romano and Holly Hunter were perfect. A very funny love story.

This review of The Big Sick (2017) was written by Debbie D on 20 Aug 2017.

The Big Sick has generally received very positive reviews.

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