“We have this idea of perfection that is so unrealistic. We are our own...” — Emmanuelle Chriqui Quote

We have this idea of perfection that is so unrealistic. We are our own worst enemy. No one is noticing that little scar.

When I look up and see a star, I know my mom is there. She's with me all the time. It's a powerful connection.

Most actors want to sink their teeth into amazing material.

Generally for red carpet, I love to relax first. I love to work out. I love to eat well, drink tons of water beforehand, so on the night of the red carpet I feel good and ready to go. I also love to get a good body scrub.

I had to deal with death at a really young age.

I shook Obama's hand and I said, 'I want to be your friend.' My hand is still outstretched. I am not Obama's enemy, but it's difficult not see imperialism in Washington. Those who don't see it don't want to see it, like the ostrich.

Heavy metal is the enemy. Everybody but me keeps going back and forth between metal and punk, but I'm narrow-minded and a purist. I'd never mess with it.

Modern science, then, so far from being an enemy of romance, is seen on every hand to be its sympathetic and resourceful friend, its swift and irresistible helper in its serious need, and an indulgent minister to its lighter fancies.

Music is unique because you can get behind enemy lines a little bit, get into people's houses and into their heads, on their stereos, and win hearts and minds.