Kasi Lemmons Quotes

Honestly, I do spend most of my time between films trying to get the next one made.

One of my foolish qualities is to jump boldly, and then think about it later.

If I like a film, I usually appreciate the way it was made the first time.

My guiltiest pleasure is reading a novel with a glass of wine. I love to read voraciously. I always have. And I love to lose myself in a good book.

I've come to really believe that I have something to offer as a filmmaker, that goes beyond what I had to offer as an actress and maybe this is what I'm meant to do.

As someone who tried to be great. I don't know if one ever gets to greatness, but I've put in a good effort, and will continue to do so.

I'm able to inspire other people, to see the potential of a career, they can look to me and see that they can do it.

If I was not a film-maker I'd probably be a musician. I like Kanye West, Jay-Z, R&B, classical, jazz and all kinds of music, but I'd say soulful World Music is my favorite.