Scarlett Johansson Officially Cast in GHOST IN THE SHELL
A couple of months ago we learned that Scarlett Johansson was offered the lead role in DreamWorks Pictures' Ghost in the Shell. According to Variety, she has now officially signed on to star in the live-action adaptation of the classic anime.
The movie will be directed by Rupert Sanders and the story follows the exploits of a member of a covert ops unit of the Japanese National Public Safety Commission that specializes in fighting technology-related crime.
Apparently producer Steven Spielberg is a huge fan of the property, so I hope he makes sure that the story told in the movie is something the other hardcore fans will be able to embrace. With Sanders on board, the film should look great visually. I just hope the creative team managed to nail down a great script.
A lot of fans seem unhappy with the fact that the studio was looking to cast a white woman in the role of a classic Japanese character, but it should also come as no surprise. This is what Hollywood does when adapting properties like this for American audiences.
When we originally reported on Johansson being offered the role, there was a lot of mixed reactions from fans. I've become a fan of her work over the years, and she has proven that she can kick some ass in film. Now that it's all set in stone, I really hope that she can pull this off in the most awesome of ways.
What do you all think about Johansson nabbing the role?