“Marriage is not a magical potion that serves to amplify adoration, reduce deep-seated feelings of resentment, erase fears of commitment, or answer questions about whether or not this is the right move. Marriage is a ceremony that cements your current bond to another human being, and while that's a huge thing, that's all it does.”

American writer, producer, and podcast host

Emily V. Gordon is an American writer, producer, and podcast host. She is best known for co-writing the 2017 romantic comedy film The Big Sick with her husband and frequent collaborator, Kumail Nanjiani. The film draws on their relationship, and Gordon and Nanjiani won the Independent Spirit Award for Best First Screenplay for it. They were also nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay, along with several other honors.