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The Big Sick

Name: Gorton Center
Address: 400 East Illinois Road, Lake Forest, IL, 60045, US
Telephone: (847) 234-6060

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The Big Sick

Thu, September 7, 2023
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$5 – $10

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First Thursday Series

Purchase 3 PM Screening Purchase 7 PM Screening

Time

Thu, September 07, 2023 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Resources

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Rating

R for language including some sexual references

Location

Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater
400 E. Illinois Road Lake Forest, 60045

Pakistan-born comedian Kumail Nanjiani and grad student Emily Gardner fall in love but struggle as their cultures clash. When Emily contracts a mysterious illness, Kumail finds himself forced to face her feisty parents, his family’s expectations, and his true feelings.

The First Thursday Series at Gorton is sponsored by the Sheffield Foundation

Gorton Center will take and may use photos and videos from this event for its promotional purposes. Your attendance indicates your consent to the above.

There is no refund given for unused film or event tickets.