Overview

• Johansson says she no longer receives offers based solely on desirability after years of typecasting in male-centred stories.
• She notes Hollywood’s messaging has evolved with more female role models and opportunities to play diverse characters.
• The actress made her feature directorial debut with Eleanor the Great, which premiered last month at the Cannes Film Festival.
• Johansson is set to lead Universal’s Jurassic World: Rebirth this summer, playing covert operations expert Zora Bennett.
• She attributes her career evolution to turning down unfulfilling roles and patiently waiting for projects that aligned with her creative ambitions.