I've never been a part of a film before that offers such a platform into real issues, that raises social awareness and has the potential to change things.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
Films can't change the society; they can simply open the space for the discussion which can lead to social change and can start new forms of social activism.
It's great to be in a film that's able to have people really want to become socially conscious, to walk out of the theatre and want to do something.
I've always been interested in how people think, how they react to challenges in their lives - what makes people tick. I've also always been passionate about social issues and causes, and I wanted to make films that addressed important issues in very human terms.
Dividing everybody into genders and sexuality and races and religions, and I think it's important to have films out there, to have discussions out there which really try to get to grips with where that kind of thing can lead.
Look, I'm just a storyteller. When I make a film, I never want the film to become a vehicle of social propaganda.
Feature film can have a major role in explaining ideas and describing peoples' lives and their struggles.
My films are motivated by a keen interest in highlighting issues that affect marginalized populations who are caught in difficult circumstances.
Film is a collective experience, as you know.
When I make a film, I never want the film to become a vehicle of social propaganda. If I wanted to do that, I'd make documentaries.
I'm very interested in film, but any more involvement would happen organically. I'm not really seeking anything out, just looking at projects that come up that interest me.
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