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Shamim Sarif

Exclusive: Lesbian film "I Can't Think Straight" is being reborn as a web series
Exclusive: Lesbian film "I Can't Think Straight" is being reborn as a web series
by
Mia Jones
, Nov 11, 2011
Writer/director Shamim Sarif, producer Hanan Kattan and actress Sheetal Sheth want to bring the continuation of Tala and Leyla's love story to your nearest computer.
Female Bollywood directors are "the next big thing"
Female Bollywood directors are "the next big thing"
by
Courtney Gillette
, Sep 13, 2011
A New York Times piece hails women getting behind the camera for some of Bollywood's best films.
Actress Lisa Ray blogs about her battle with cancer
Actress Lisa Ray blogs about her battle with cancer
by
Karman Kregloe
, Sep 9, 2009
The star of The World Unseen and I Can't Think Straight goes public with her cancer diagnosis in hopes of raising awareness about the disease.
Ask AfterEllen.com (August 4, 2009)
Ask AfterEllen.com (August 4, 2009)
by
Karman Kregloe
, Aug 4, 2009
Updates on I Can't Think Straight as a TV show, Crystal Chappell's web series Venice, Joni & Susanna, Ghostella creator Stacie Ponder and more!
Shamim Sarif wants Sienna Miller
Shamim Sarif wants Sienna Miller
by
jamie murnane
, May 20, 2009
The out screenwriter/director is looking for an "English rose" type for her new film, Dreaming Spires.
Lesbian/Bi Celebrity Girlfriends, Part 1
Lesbian/Bi Celebrity Girlfriends, Part 1
by
Karman Kregloe
, Jan 7, 2009
We take a closer look at the girlfriends, partners and wives of some our favorite queer celebrities, including Leisha Hailey, Sia, and Rachel Maddow.
The AfterEllen.com 2008 Visibility Awards
The AfterEllen.com 2008 Visibility Awards
by
Sarah Warn
, Dec 24, 2008
The TV shows, movies, music, books and people who entertained, inspired, or disappointed us in 2008.
Making "The World Unseen"
Making "The World Unseen"
by
Sarah Warn
, Dec 22, 2008
Shamim Sarif, Hanan Kattan and Sheetal Sheth talk about making the award-winning lesbian love story set in 1950s South Africa.
Making “I Can’t Think Straight”
Making “I Can’t Think Straight”
by
Sarah Warn
, Dec 1, 2008
Filmmakers Shamim Sarif and Hanan Kattan, and actress Sheetal Sheth, discuss the difficult task of making the romantic lesbian dramedy.
Review of “I Can’t Think Straight”
Review of “I Can’t Think Straight”
by
AfterEllen.com Staff
, Nov 19, 2008
Great performances by actresses Lisa Ray and Sheetal Sheth make up for the shortcomings of this romantic drama.
"I Can't Think Straight" keeps its promise
"I Can't Think Straight" keeps its promise
by
Dorothy Snarker
, Oct 24, 2008
A new poster and trailer for the lesbian film has surfaced — as well as a release date.
In Their Own Words: Part 2
In Their Own Words: Part 2
by
AfterEllen.com Staff
, May 26, 2008
Out writers including mystery writer Val McDermid and historical novelist Sarah Waters talk about what inspires them.
Review of "The World Unseen"
Review of "The World Unseen"
by
AfterEllen.com Staff
, Jan 29, 2008
This well-crafted film about two Indian women who fall for one another in 1952 South Africa shines with strong performances.
Shamim Sarif: Making Her Mark on Page and Screen
Shamim Sarif: Making Her Mark on Page and Screen
by
Shauna Swartz
, Jul 24, 2006

The award-winning British lesbian author talks about her upcoming film, Can't Think Straight.