I Can't Think Straight
"Two cultures. Two women. One love."
Originally released in 2008. I Can't Think Straight is a drama/romance film. directed by Shamim Sarif. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lisa Ray, Sheetal Sheth, and Antonia Frering
Synopsis
Tala, a London-based Palestinian, is preparing for her elaborate Middle Eastern wedding when she meets Leyla, a young British Indian woman who is dating her best friend. Spirited Christian Tala and shy Muslim Leyla could not be more different from each other, but the attraction is immediate and goes deeper than friendship. But Tala is not ready to accept the implications of the choice her heart has made for her and escapes back to Jordan, while Leyla tries to move on with her new-found life, to the shock of her tradition-loving parents. As Tala's wedding day approaches, simmering tensions come to boiling point and the pressure mounts for Tala to be true to herself.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 1, 2008
17 years ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (327 votes)
Box Office
$40.9K
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $40,945
Production Companies
- Enlightenment Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I Can't Think Straight about?
Tala, a London-based Palestinian, is preparing for her elaborate Middle Eastern wedding when she meets Leyla, a young British Indian woman who is dating her best friend. Spirited Christian Tala and...
Who directed I Can't Think Straight?
I Can't Think Straight was directed by Shamim Sarif.
How long is I Can't Think Straight?
I Can't Think Straight has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was I Can't Think Straight released?
I Can't Think Straight was released on June 1, 2008 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in I Can't Think Straight?
The main cast of I Can't Think Straight includes Lisa Ray, Sheetal Sheth, Antonia Frering, Dalip Tahil, Nina Wadia.
Is I Can't Think Straight worth watching?
I Can't Think Straight has a user rating of 7.5/10 based on 327 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.