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I Can't Think Straight / World Unseen

Lisa Ray (Actor), Sheetal Sheth (Actor), Shamim Sarif (Director) Rated:
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Genre Romance
Format Import, Color, Multiple Formats, NTSC
Contributor Nandana Sen, Nina Wadia, Sheetal Sheth, Colin Moss, Shamim Sarif, Antonia Frering, Dalip Tahil, David Dennis, Parvin dabas, Lisa Ray, Grethe Fox See more
Language English
Runtime 2 hours and 55 minutes

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Three disc (two DVD + CD) set including a bonus CD that contains the soundtrack to I Can't Think Straight. DVD One, I Can't Think Straight, is a sexy, urban, multi-cultural romantic comedy film with a twist. DVD Two, The World Unseen, is a touching, muticultural, period romantic drama...also with a twist! Both of the films touch on universal themes of being true to oneself, standing up your beliefs and the pursuit of love against all odds. Both films star Lisa Ray (from Deepa Mehta's Oscar nominated Water) and Sheetal Sheth (Looking for Comedy in a Muslim World) and were directed by the best-selling author Shamim Sarif. The CD soundtrack includes tracks from Natacha Atlas, Leonie Casanova, Nadine Khouri and composer Raimond Mirza.

I Can't Think Straight

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.

As Tala's wedding day approaches, simmering tensions come to boiling point and the pressure mounts for Tala to be true to herself.

Moving between the vast enclaves of Middle Eastern high society and the stunning backdrop of London's West End, I Can't Think Straight explores the clashes between East and West, love and marriage, conventions and individuality, creating a humorous and tender story of unexpected love and unusual freedoms. The World Unseen

Free-spirited Amina has broken all the rules of her own conventional Indian community, and the new apartheid-led government, by running a cafe with Jacob her 'coloured' business partner. When she meets Miriam, a young traditional wife and mother, their unexpected attraction pushes Miriam to question the rules that bind her. When Amina helps Miriam's sister-in-law to hide from the police, a chain of events is set in motion that changes both women forever.

In a system that divides white from black and women from men, what chance is there for an unexpected love to survive?

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  • MPAA rating ‏ : ‎ Unrated (Not Rated)
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 5.75 x 2 inches; 11.08 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ ENLBOX1
  • Director ‏ : ‎ Shamim Sarif
  • Media Format ‏ : ‎ Multiple Formats, Color, NTSC, Import
  • Run time ‏ : ‎ 2 hours and 55 minutes
  • Release date ‏ : ‎ August 22, 2009
  • Actors ‏ : ‎ Lisa Ray, Sheetal Sheth, Antonia Frering, Dalip Tahil, Nina Wadia
  • Studio ‏ : ‎ Enlightenment Films
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B002APNBYU
  • Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 1
  • Customer Reviews:
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Customers praise this romantic comedy for its well-played roles, particularly noting the great chemistry between the lead actors. The movie features a sweeping visual landscape and receives positive feedback for its writing and direction. Customers find it thoroughly amusing throughout, with parts that make them laugh out loud, and appreciate how it transcends cultural boundaries while exploring lesbianism in subtle terms.

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261 customers mention "Movie quality"253 positive8 negative

Customers praise the movie's quality, describing it as an honest-to-goodness romantic comedy with a beautiful story, and one customer notes that the lovemaking scenes were well done.

"...I loved the script, the photography, and the directing. Their acting is superb and the music is well chosen, couldn't have been better...." Read more

"...There wasn't any dialogue, just a few minutes long scene. This movie is a love story and about the struggles of living in a different part of the..." Read more

"...piece, set in 1950's South Africa and tells the heartfelt and heart-breaking story of two women who find each other under during a chance encounter..." Read more

"...That of course is my humble opinion. Overall it's a great movie and I do recommend it." Read more

98 customers mention "Acting"92 positive6 negative

Customers praise the acting in the movie, particularly noting the great chemistry between the lead actors and the beautiful characters.

"...I loved the script, the photography, and the directing. Their acting is superb and the music is well chosen, couldn't have been better...." Read more

"...This includes Amina, the rebellious, courageous character (Sheetal Sheth) who ultimately reminds Miriam (Lisa Ray)-an oppressed and abused housewife..." Read more

"...I must say that all the girls in this movie were gorgeous; two thumbs up!..." Read more

"I liked the opposite dynamic of the leading roles...." Read more

61 customers mention "Humor"61 positive0 negative

Customers find the movie thoroughly amusing throughout, with parts that make them laugh out loud.

"...The World Unseen is also a delight to watch. Specially for those of you who like movies of other time periods...." Read more

"...There are humorous parts in the movie, but I could do without the house maid spitting in the drink of Tala's mother...." Read more

"...I ABSOLUTELY LOVE both films, and can't recommend them enough for some humor, realistic drama and a journey beyond any existing borders of the mind...." Read more

"...That, in a nut shell is the essence of this film. Dramatic, funny, and sad are all expertly put together...." Read more

54 customers mention "Storyline"41 positive13 negative

Customers appreciate the storyline of the movie, finding it dramatic with a perfect ending.

"...Amina is playful, bold, flirty and powerful and Miriam is reserved, curious and taken with Amina and all that she represents...." Read more

"...The story line was very interesting but no strange to real life situation...." Read more

"...don't like and though this movie has a couple of those the drama stays to a minimum which I appreciate because I don't like drawn out uncomfortable..." Read more

"...The story and production get a little hazy at times due to the low budget that the film was made with, but the overall story, actresses Sheetal..." Read more

52 customers mention "Visual appeal"48 positive4 negative

Customers find the movie visually appealing, describing it as stunning and sexy, with lovely sets and a sweeping visual landscape. One customer notes the expert integration of set design, while another appreciates how it provides a wonderful look into Middle Eastern culture.

"...The actresses are a delight to the eyes, they are both charismatic and gorgeous. It's one of my top 10 lesbian movies...." Read more

"...The sweeping visual landscape, and texture and layers of the setting, costumes, characters and lifestyle are simply magnificent and breathtaking...." Read more

"...They come from different backgrounds yet the start of contrast was unique. I like that what one lacked, the other made up for...." Read more

"...Two beautiful, stunning women with great chemistry " CLICK" in their love making scene, though short and less spark; If only there's more..." Read more

35 customers mention "Cultural diversity"35 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the movie's cultural diversity, particularly its exploration of lesbian themes and representation of different religions, with one customer noting how it breaks through cultural taboos.

"...primarily against the backdrop of modern day London is an exciting look at how cultures and mores collide in this modern era...." Read more

"...This movie has set a new standard for lesbian films, I hope. I really hate that term "lesbian film." To me, this is a chick flick...." Read more

"...scene that conveyed discovery, excitement, connection, and eroticism without nudity (spoiler alert?)...." Read more

"...This could have been a Disney movie. No strong language, nudity, or sex. I don't know the rating so I would give it a PG or maybe a PG-13." Read more

33 customers mention "Chemistry"33 positive0 negative

Customers praise the incredible chemistry between the lead actresses in the movie.

"...There is passionate chemistry between the two female leads, who ultimately risk everything to grasp that which is most important-love for each other..." Read more

"...Not these two. Their chemistry was amazing. My biggest complaint is that it's kind of short, but I also know it's because it's an Indie film...." Read more

"...Two beautiful, stunning women with great chemistry " CLICK" in their love making scene, though short and less spark; If only there's more..." Read more

"...comedy: both stars were beautiful and sweet, their chemistry was good and convincing, and I found the picture altogether charming." Read more

28 customers mention "Writing quality"28 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing and direction of the movie, describing it as top-notch and excellent.

"...I loved the script, the photography, and the directing. Their acting is superb and the music is well chosen, couldn't have been better...." Read more

"...A special thank you to the director & writer for using her incredible talent to portray courageous, memorable and complex characters and real..." Read more

"...It's written and directed, as well as largely act by, women if color, and that's a great bonus and RARE, especially for 2008...." Read more

"This is one of the best " well directed " lesbian movie I have ever seen in years...." Read more

Forget the lesbian part and it's still terrific.
5 out of 5 stars
Forget the lesbian part and it's still terrific.
This was a great movie about two people who fall in love that "shouldn't" given their cultures. The movie explores unconditional love of fathers, the tension between mothers and daughters, the connection between family members, the exploration of friendship (Leyla's and Tala's loyal friends), and other themes themes through the tender relationship between these two women--all packed into less than 90 minutes with just the right touch of humor throughout. These two women certainly clicked on screen. Their chemistry and the director's skill created a bedroom scene that conveyed discovery, excitement, connection, and eroticism without nudity (spoiler alert?). This is a terrific movie for anyone who has known love and longing and the joys and problems that accompany the experience.
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  • Denise Escamilla Ortiz
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great love stories!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2009
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    Both movies are great. I liked them both, although I enjoyed a little bit more I can't think straight. I have always been curious as to how other cultures and religions see female homosexuality. I got an idea with this movie in particular, although I think it is still an Occidental approach to the subject. I guess both women would come to terms with their homosexuality in a different way if they had been living in the far east.

    I loved the script, the photography, and the directing. Their acting is superb and the music is well chosen, couldn't have been better. I watched it 3 times already, and could easily watch it a couple of more times. The actresses are a delight to the eyes, they are both charismatic and gorgeous. It's one of my top 10 lesbian movies.

    The World Unseen is also a delight to watch. Specially for those of you who like movies of other time periods. The subjec is well handled and portrayed. It's also worth watching. You won't regret it.
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  • Kim H.
    5.0 out of 5 stars One Of The Best
    Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2021
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    I stumbled upon this movie one evening while trying to find something to watch. Twice I almost stopped it, but I am so glad I didn't. The following day I watched the movie a second time and was hooked so I knew I had to purchase the DVD. I have watched the movie everyday, some days more than once. Usually I don't like movies with gay roles played by straight actors/actresses because they aren't always as believable. But the love, passion and realism portrayed by Lisa Ray and Sheetal Sheth is beyond words and I can't imagine anyone other than these two women in these roles. There are humorous parts in the movie, but I could do without the house maid spitting in the drink of Tala's mother. There is an alternate ending on the DVD extras which I was hesitant to watch because I didn't want the movie version to change. So I don't ruin the ending for anyone who hasn't seen the movie, I will only say it is an update as to where a few of the characters are eight years into the future. There wasn't any dialogue, just a few minutes long scene. This movie is a love story and about the struggles of living in a different part of the world where being gay isn't acceptable. Now if you will excuse me, I have to go so I can watch the movie for the 20th time this week.
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  • skywatcher
    5.0 out of 5 stars Both films masterpieces in separate realms-Must owns!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2009
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    First, let me say that I first became familiar with Shamim Sarif's work, while visiting the Philadelphia Gay Film Festival over the last few years. This will be long, as I ABSOLUTELY LOVE both films, and can't recommend them enough for some humor, realistic drama and a journey beyond any existing borders of the mind. As a connoisseur of hi-definition films, and a wide variety of domestic and world cinema, these are 2 that absolutely NEED to be on Blu-Ray! The colors and visual depictions in both films pop right off the screen and are begging for this treatment!
    My partner of 10 years and I have become life-long fans of Shamim's work, as this writer/director has captured our hearts and souls with relevant and poignant storylines that could serve as crossover projects for the mainstream media. I believe the latter is crucial in engaging America and the world in a dialogue of equality which transcends sexuality or gender.

    ***SPOILER ALERT***

    THE WORLD UNSEEN:
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    For me, this film is a stunning, visual masterpiece, based on the book of the same name. The sweeping visual landscape, and texture and layers of the setting, costumes, characters and lifestyle are simply magnificent and breathtaking. The film also masterfully captures the inhumanity, humiliation, cruelty and robbing of dignity caused by the laws of the period.

    It is a period piece, set in 1950's South Africa and tells the heartfelt and heart-breaking story of two women who find each other under during a chance encounter which awakens an emotional connection that ultimately unites them in heart, mind and soul. This occurs during a time period, where mixed race relationships are considered criminal, and the country has taken for granted that this should be acceptable. That is, except for those that characters that fight to revolt against this, and believe in equality.

    This includes Amina, the rebellious, courageous character (Sheetal Sheth) who ultimately reminds Miriam (Lisa Ray)-an oppressed and abused housewife, who has lost herself and her interests, in her "role"- that she the latter has the strength to stand on her own and be who she wants to be-personally and professionally. Both Sheetal Sheth and Lisa Ray do an incredible job of conveying their individual plights on screen-sometimes with little spoken word and an artistic journey that entrenches you into their quiet pain, caused by the situation. Their scenes are some of the most skillful, yearning and heart-wrenching I have ever seen.

    The story is told with such subtle and emotional complexity that I've rarely seen on film. Many feelings are conveyed with glances, the score itself, and unsaid words, which make this film incredibly powerful. Although the film leaves much implied, I was completely captivated by the power of the performances of the leads, as well as the supporting cast. I learned a great deal about the time period, as well as how much courage each character had to find within him/herself to ultimately emerge independent and dignified.

    Amina is playful, bold, flirty and powerful and Miriam is reserved, curious and taken with Amina and all that she represents. There is passionate chemistry between the two female leads, who ultimately risk everything to grasp that which is most important-love for each other and for life and happiness. The film has an open end, but keen viewers can deduce the outcome and will remember this powerful story forever. This is the winner of numerous awards, including the official selection at the Toronto Film Festival & London Film Festival. Do not miss this film!

    ***SPOILER ALERT***

    I CAN'T THINK STRAIGHT-
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    This has taken its spot among my favorite romantic comedies of all time. The soundtrack was up-tempo, fun and playful. The colors, costumes and set design where expertly integrated, and both this, and THE WORLD UNSEEN should be re-released on Blu-Ray (yes, I said that already!). The look of both films is amazing and begs for hi-definition treatment.

    This time Shamim Sarif uses humor effectively to shed light on the cultural taboo of being in a same sex relationship. She re-casts Lisa Ray as the confident, bold and seductive Tala, working on her own business, opposite Sheetal Sheth as Leila, the shy, beautiful and insightful writer, and object of Tala's affections.

    Together they explore this very forbidden, but inevitable love, and find their way to each other, with each other's help. But on the way, they are aided by friends in very humorous situations, and hindered by family members, still loyal to reserved tradition. The soundtrack is virtually its own character, as it includes catchy and sexy songs ranging from ethnic to ballad, which compliment Tala and Leila's journey perfectly.

    The cultural taboo of being in this relationship is a relatable conundrum that many same sex couples have faced, and despite this film's focus on Jordanian and Indian cultures, the overarching theme of being threatened, disowned and shunned by family is universal and sadly, very relevant. All of the characters are funny and charming, and the dialogue is hilarious and smart, but never preachy. I found it particularly interesting how the fathers in both THE WORLD UNSEEN and I CAN'T THINK STRAIGHT were overall very supportive-another rare depiction, given the theme and cultures depicted.

    Again, Shamim Sarif achieves the kind of crossover appeal, whether intentional or not, that allows the universal themes of unstoppable love to trump the sometimes "hot button" issues of gender, political and sexual orientation components. Both leads and the entire supporting cast envelop us with hope, laughter and inspiration. This is another wonderful achievement in bringing another one of her books to life on the screen. We love this movie, and have viewed it several times-each time picking up another funny line of dialogue and rooting for the characters all over again. We actually already owned it on DVD as it was released in the UK first. Yet, given the fantastic performances of these two actresses in THE WORLD UNSEEN, we saw I CAN'T THINK STRAIGHT at the '09 Philly Gay Film Festival again, and several times since then.
    These two films are truly must sees and the behind the scenes extras on both dvd's are great additions.

    Regardless of your sexual orientation, or interest in the genres, I highly recommend these 2 pieces as examples of genius book to film transitions and films that stand on their own (I've not read the books yet), that deliver a poignant message of hope, equality, inspiration and entertainment. A special thank you to the director & writer for using her incredible talent to portray courageous, memorable and complex characters and real stories with universal themes![...]
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  • lacver
    5.0 out of 5 stars out of the suicide era
    Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2010
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    I enjoyed this film. I was tired of the old lesbian movies where you lost the girl and committed suicide. I always wonder why was it that all the straight movies were so much better than ours. I realized that it was b/c the guy always gets the girl. The little handful of movies that I've seen, seems to finally get it "girl gets girl". The story line was very interesting but no strange to real life situation. It's beautiful to see through the eyes of love all of those places or things you already experienced before on your own (the girls at Oxford). I must say that all the girls in this movie were gorgeous; two thumbs up!
    I'm not going to go into details of the movie as other critics have done a good job at it. I'm going to add one thing, they did a good job but I would have like to see a bit more passion in their acting when they were kissing or intimate. I've learned that a lot of these actresses are all straight and thus their kisses are more of mental condition (I have to, it's in my contract) than something that they would feel naturally if they had a guy in front of them. Perhaps we should use lesbians actresses to reach that extra level of real art in films. Would you use apples to make orange juices?
    That of course is my humble opinion. Overall it's a great movie and I do recommend it.
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  • hundra
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loved the storyline!
    Reviewed in Australia on August 27, 2021
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    Quite different to what I have viewed before. I do like a positive ending. The stigma of lesbianism tends to feature initially...regardless 'love happens to be love',gender is not an issue.
    Highly recommended.
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  • Th. Müller
    5.0 out of 5 stars I can’t think straight - sehenswert
    Reviewed in Germany on February 13, 2017
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    Empfehlung- romantische Komödie, es geht um gleichgeschlechtliche Liebe, das „zulassen können“ gegenüber dem „öffentlich zeigen wollen“ in schwierigen kulturellen Kreisen, die hier jedoch als sehr offen dargestellt werden (etwas konfliktscheu). Viel heile Welt, um die Liebe im Allgemeinen und die „einzig richtige“ Liebe, der Film ist trotzdem oder deshalb wünschens- und sehenswert. An vielen Stellen kann man schmunzeln oder lachen.

    Spoiler- und Detailreicher - so sehe und verstehe ich den Film
    Tala (Lisa Ray)- eigentlich sehr selbstbewusst, aus reichem Hause und chronisch bemüht den richtigen fürs Leben zu finden um ihn dann vor dem Altar zu versetzen, ist eine der Hauptdarstellerinnen. Was bewegt sie wohl zu diesem Verhalten?
    Leyla (Sheetal Sheth) nicht sehr selbstbewusst zu Beginn des Filmes, will zwar einen Freund für Unternehmungen, aber irgendwie auch nicht mehr. Sie will sich nicht fest binden. Versteht jedoch auch nicht wirklich warum.

    Zur Handlung: Beide lernen sich über den Freund von Leyla kennen. Zunächst ist Tala im Gespräch mit Leyla etwas provokativ, jedoch kann man auch hier an Kleinigkeiten schon ablesen, dass die beide nur wenig Distanz trennt und sie in Ihrer Diskussion auf einer Wellenlänge liegen. Im Tennisspiel gönnen sich die beiden kein Erbarmen und am Verhalten beider in der Umkleidekabine kann man (wenn man will) die zerbröckelnde Distanz, die Fremde normalerweise wahren, erkennen. Flüchtige Berührungen, etwas zu lange Blicke.

    Im Folgenden beginnt Leyla ihre Familie zu belügen bzw. im Unklaren zu lassen, mit wem sie sich trifft. Ein Zeichen dafür, dass sie beginnt Gefühle zu entwickeln, die sie nicht erklären kann. Sie genießt die Ehrlichkeit, die sie Tala entgegen bringen kann und redet mit ihr über die Dinge, die sie bisher geheim hielt. Sie beschließt mit Tala ein Geheimnis zu teilen (das Schreiben). Im Gegenzug verrät Tala das Problem des Heirates, dass es zwischen ihr und den Männern einfach „nicht klick macht“- sie es jedoch immer erhoffte und daher die Hochzeiten wirklich anstrebte. Beide im Einverständnis zugebend, dass sie wohl zu viel erwarten von der Liebe, verabreden sich zu einem zweitägigen Einkaufsbummel (bei dem Talas Schwester mit von der Partie ist) in Oxford (zum Ärgernis beider Familien).
    Noch bevor sie starten fragt Leylas Schwester nach einem übertriebenen Streit mit der Mutter nach dem Grund für ihre Gereiztheit und liest an Leylas Verhalten, Büchern und Cds mehr heraus, als Leyla sich bislang selbst eingesteht.
    In Oxford schwindet die Distanz zwischen beiden immer mehr. Talas Schwester beobachtet dies mit Argwohn. Tala und Leyla, darauf bedacht allein Zeit zu verbringen, nutzen die Zeit intensiv zum Reden und Sightseeing, Einkaufen sieht man sie nicht. Beim abendlichen Tanz im Hotelzimmer kommen sich die schüchterne Leyla und die heißblütige Tala immer näher. Die Nähe zueinander sichtlich genießend lassen die Beiden den Gefühlen zueinander freien Lauf. Für Leyla, die bisher noch keine solchen Erfahrungen gesammelt hatte geht ein Licht auf. Für sie ist ab diesem Moment klar, was sie will. Sie will Tala, oder zumindest Frauen an ihrer Seite. Tala hingegen, die bereits einmal in eine Frau verliebt war und aus kulturellen und gesellschaftlichen Gründen „so“ nicht akzeptieren kann zu leben, stützt sich lieber unglücklich wieder in Hetero-Norm-Leben. Leyla wird so das Herz gebrochen, sie findet jedoch mit neuem Verständnis und Selbstbewusstsein zu sich selbst und beginnt, trotz Gegenwehr der Mutter („…so you will burn in hell“) offen lesbisch zu leben.

    „Es gibt Dinge die ich an ihr liebe“, sagt Leyla zu Tala als diese nach ihrer „neuen“ Freundin bei einem arrangierten Treffen fragt. Das sind die gleichen Worte, mit denen Tala damals die Beziehung zu ihrem Fast-Ehemann beschrieb.
    Mit diesen Worten beende ich meine Beschreibung, noch lange nicht am Ende des Filmes angekommen, um nicht jedes Detail aufzulösen. Gibt es noch ein Happy End?

    Es gibt in diesem Film, wenn man will, sicher noch mehr zu verstehen. Im Fokus dreht es sich jedoch alles „um Liebe im Allgemeinen“ im Vergleich zur „echten und einzigen Liebe“, die man vermutlich nur einmal im Leben findet. Es geht um „Begehren“, „Selbstverwirklichung“, „Stärke“, „Glücklich sein“ aber auch um „sich selbst belügen“ und „Bequemlichkeit“. Viel ist zwischen den Zeilen geschrieben und nicht für Jede(n) verständlich. Dieser Film liegt auf meiner Wellenlänge (ebenso wie bspw. aus dieser Sparte „Woman love Woman“, „Imagine you an me“, „The world unseen“, „Jenny‘s wedding“, „die Töchter des chinesischen Gärtners“ ect.). Der Film hat Liebe, Witz und Charme (besonders die Haushälterin der „Tala-Familie“). Im Gesamtpaket mit den gut aussehenden Schauspielerinnen, deren Spiel und Chemie ich nachempfinden kann, für mich 5 Punkte wert.
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  • Da.Ta. Von Waldstatten
    5.0 out of 5 stars No es sólo una bonita historia de amor se el transfondo de muchos problemas actuales.
    Reviewed in Spain on October 7, 2019
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    Tuve problemas y no la recibí.
    La vi en en el cine y me encantó.
    No sólo dos mujeres que se aman en el siglo XXI sino en UK una Palestina cristiana y una británica de origen pakistaní musulmana.
    No es sólo la hermosa historia sino lo que se puede aprender y entender cosas de otros que hay gente que los ve de otro planeta. 100 X 100 recomendable.
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  • Cliente de Kindle
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente
    Reviewed in Mexico on June 14, 2024
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    Hace mucho que buscaba el DVD de esta maravillosa película sáfica. La calidad física del disco es muy buena y al fin la encontré con subtitulos en español. (Para reproducir, en México, requerí un reproductor multiregión)
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    5.0 out of 5 stars
    Excelente

    Reviewed in Mexico on June 14, 2024
    Hace mucho que buscaba el DVD de esta maravillosa película sáfica. La calidad física del disco es muy buena y al fin la encontré con subtitulos en español. (Para reproducir, en México, requerí un reproductor multiregión)
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  • Angela McLean
    5.0 out of 5 stars I can't think straight
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 14, 2025
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    Fabulous
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