2 years ago, when I left Pakistan, Zindagi Tamasha was banned under similar labels of "indecency and immorality".
2 years later, Joyland is being censored with the same tactics.
It's heartbreaking to see that things haven't changed a bit, probably just gotten worse.
2 years later, Joyland is being censored with the same tactics.
It's heartbreaking to see that things haven't changed a bit, probably just gotten worse.
As a filmmaker, I feel absolutely gutted. I hope to witness a day when art and culture are celebrated in Pakistan. When filmmakers don't have to hide themselves and their work. When we can accept and enjoy the diversity of this country and its stories.
Every time when someone asks me if I'll be moving back to make films about Pakistan, my heart sinks a little. The tragedy of not being able to not only express yourself but also represent yourself really pulls you down.
Pakistan is so much more than the terrorism, the violence, the extremism that has become our global image. Let us showcase our stories, our identities, our realities. For once, let us decide how the world sees us.
Stop censoring our voices and #ReleaseJoyland!
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