Movies are collective, cooperative endeavours, which I like a lot. But writing is all up to you, it's what's so scary; it's just you and that page. But I really like it a lot.

I am still baffled by those who feel that criticizing America is unpatriotic, a view increasingly being adopted in the United States since 9/11 as an excuse to render suspect what has always been an American right. An active, brave, outspoken (and heard) citizenry is essential to a healthy democracy.

I've been accused of being too flexible, too willing to mold myself to men, and that's something I'm constantly working on.

I don't think there's anything more important than making peace before it's too late. And it almost always falls to the child to try to move toward the parent.

Your goal should be to take your body and make it as healthy, strong, flexible and well-proportioned as you can.

I finally got it: empower girls and everything changes.

We need women friends, women who challenge us.