Scarlett Johansson Stands Firm on Woody Allen Support Amid Backlash

Image Source: Internet

Hollywood actress Scarlett Johansson has once again defended her long-standing support for director Woody Allen, who has faced intense scrutiny over allegations of sexually abusing his step-daughter, Dylan Farrow. Despite the criticism, Johansson remains unwavering in her stance. In a recent interview with The Telegraph, Johansson reflected on the backlash she faced in 2019 for publicly announcing her support for Allen. She acknowledged that it's difficult to gauge the full impact of her decision, but emphasized the importance of staying true to one's convictions. 'It's hard to know if you've lost friends or not,' she said. 'But my mom always taught me to be myself and stand up for what I believe in.' Johansson, who has worked with Allen on three films, including Vicky Christina Barcelona and Match Point, continued to express her admiration for the director. 'I love and believe in Woody,' she stated in a 2019 interview with The Hollywood Reporter. 'I would work with him anytime.' The actress also revealed that she regularly meets with Allen and has had open conversations with him about the allegations. While some may view Johansson's support for Allen as tone-deaf, the actress maintains that she is not advocating for silence. Rather, she is advocating for self-awareness and understanding when to speak out. 'It's not always your turn to speak up,' she explained. 'But that doesn't mean you should be silent. Sometimes, it's just not your time.'