12 Apr, 21:41··

Scarlett Johansson Criticizes Treatment of Women in Hollywood

Der Spiegel

Scarlett Johansson said actresses were valued for their looks early in the 2000s. She left Hollywood to deal with pressure. This was a difficult time for women in the industry.

Scarlett Johansson spoke about her time in Hollywood. She believed actresses were frequently judged based on how they looked. Moving away from Hollywood helped her manage the stress. Johansson described this period as particularly challenging for women working in the film industry. Her comments highlighted ongoing concerns about representation and the industry's focus on actresses’ appearances.

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Johansson Criticizes Hollywood Treatment

Scarlett Johansson said actresses were seen only for their looks early in the 21st century.

Appearance-Focused Industry

The industry focused on actresses’ appearance, according to Johansson.

Distance Helped Her Cope

Moving away from Hollywood helped Johansson manage the pressure.

‘Tough’ Time for Women

Johansson described the period as ‘tough’ for women in Hollywood.

Concerns About Representation

The situation reflects concerns about how women are represented in the industry.

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