Scarlett Johansson recently spoke out about her experience during the lawsuit with Disney over the release of her solo movie, Black Widow. The lawsuit alleged that putting the film on Disney+ reduced Johansson’s financial stake in the film because her salary was based, in large part, on the film’s box office collection. While the lawsuit has been resolved, Johansson admitted that the experience was still too much for her.
Johansson’s Reaction To Disney’s Statement
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During a conversation with Variety, Johansson revealed that she was “sad and disappointed” about Disney’s initial statement regarding the lawsuit. Disney had criticized the Black Widow actress for her disregard for the COVID-19 pandemic’s effects. Johansson felt that the statement was unfair and added to the stress of the situation.
Johansson’s Pregnancy Provided A Welcome Distraction
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Johansson found that her pregnancy provided a much-needed distraction during the stressful lawsuit. She was “heavily pregnant” at the time and felt that the timing was “amazing” as it allowed her to focus on the miracle of life. Johansson later gave birth to a beautiful baby.
The Impact Of Support From Outsiders
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Johansson received a lot of support during the lawsuit, even from strangers who had “no skin in the game.” She felt that the support had a big impact and helped her to feel good during a difficult time. Whenever she would walk through a restaurant, somebody would say, “Good for you. Stand up for yourself.” The actress appreciated the support from both outsiders and those close to her.