63 Quotes by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy

The news that comes out of Pakistan is always geared toward terrorism and fundamentalism. But when you give people freedom of expression and the freedom to go out and be social and to express themselves, you will see a change. I see that coming about in my country.

An Academy Award nomination is stuff dreams are made of,

It doesn't matter who you are or where you come from - if you put quality work out there, it will be appreciated.

I'm generally quite an angry person, and I like to channel my anger toward something creative.

There are a number of parallels between the slums of Brazil and those found in my hometown, Karachi. The dichotomy that exists in Brazil is uncannily similar to that found in Pakistan, and I hope to one day make a film that follows similar themes.

In terms of 'Saving Face,' I was inspired by the stories of survivors who didn't let their attacks stop them from pursuing justice and seeking treatment.

What good is my parents' wealth and education and upbringing if I'm not contributing to the world?

Fighting the Taliban and the various radical organizations on the front lines is like adding a Band-Aid to a cut, it may stop the bleeding but unless you clean it with antiseptic, the germs stay and multiply.

My topics are timely. When an event is happening is when I want to be there... I think it is our duty to challenge the status quo.