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Johansson incites casting outrage

By Ginger Simons | July 9, 2018

Actress Scarlett Johansson drew criticism from LGBTQ+ rights activists this week for accepting to play the role of a transgender man in the recently announced film “Rub & Tug.” The character is based on the real life massage parlor owner Dante...

Casting ignites controversy

By Sophia Phillips | February 27, 2017

The live action movie adaption of the Japanese anime, “Ghost in the Shell” has faced criticism for “white-washing” because Scarlett Johansson was cast as the main character of the film.The movie, which is set to release March 31, stars Johansson...

“The Avengers: Age Of Ultron,” which was released in theaters Friday included massive scenes of action and dazzling development of characters like Captain America, the leader of The Avengers.

Avengers sequel marvels with action, development

By Andrew Roberts | May 4, 2015

“The Avengers: Age of Ultron” was a non-stop chunk of pure action peppered with razor-sharp characteristics and downright clever humor.Characters who viewers have grown to love, like Captain America, Thor and Iron Man, evolved with excellent and raw...