Shahad Ameen Quotes & Sayings

Most people view female directors as female only, that we only deal with women's issues and women characters. Although most of my films have dealt with women, I do have work that deals with other matters, and I'm always open to different stories regardless of gender. — Shahad Ameen

I believe young female directors in particular should always remind themselves of the truths of their own stories and not let outsiders influence the authenticity of their films. — Shahad Ameen

People normally view my work as fantasy, which on some level is true, but I do think that my work is more magical realist than fantasy. I believe in the fantasies within each of our realities, i.e., I portray very relatable human issues in a very realistic tone, yet in a magical setting. — Shahad Ameen