Scarlett Johansson reacts to the diversity of critics

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However, in a new interview with As if Magazine, Scarlett explained that she believed that "politically correct" dictated to actors the roles they could and could not badume.

"As an actor, I should have the right to play anybody, no matter what tree or any animal because that's my job and the requirements of my work, "she said.

"I think it's a trend in my business and it has to happen for a variety of social reasons, yet there are times when it becomes uncomfortable to touch the art, because I think that the art must be free of restrictions.

"I think society would be more connected if we just let others have their own feelings and we did not expect everyone to feel the same as us."

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When Scarlett abandoned the role in Scrubshe said she was "grateful for the continuation of the conversation about inclusivity in Hollywood".

"Although I would have liked to be able to tell the story of Dante and his transition, I understand why many feel that it should be described by a transgender person," she said in a statement. .

"I am grateful that this even controversial casting debate has sparked a wider debate about diversity and representation in films."

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Meanwhile, Scarlett has already started filming the solo Black Widow movie, which runs under the title Blue Bayou.

Although there is very little clue about the plot, the first pictures on the set suggest that the movie will be a precedent – which makes sense.

the Black Widow The film is expected to come out in 2020, while Avengers: End of the game is in cinemas now.

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