Emma Watson Speaks Her Mind On Parade Magazine

There are too many stupid girls in the media, Hermione’s not scared to be clever. I think sometimes really smart girls dumb themselves down a bit, and that’s bad. I’m a bit of a feminist. I’m very competitive and challenging.

When I was 9 or 10, I would get really upset when they tried to make me look geeky, but now I absolutely love it. I find it’s so much pressure to be beautiful. Hermione doesn’t care what she looks like. She’s a complete tomboy.

People can’t understand why I don’t want to be a full-time actress, but school life keeps me in touch with my friends. It keeps me in touch with reality. Let’s be honest: I have enough money never to have to work again, but I would never want that. Learning keeps me motivated.

-Emma Watson on Parade Magazine