Danai Gurira & Scarlett Johansson On Women Kicking Ass In The Avengers Universe

Synopsis

Danai Gurira and Scarlett Johansson discuss the much bigger female presence in Infinity Wars, highlighting the positive shift in representation for women in action films. Gurira expresses her excitement about the increasing number of female characters, noting that her daughter loves seeing women kicking ass on screen. They reflect on how this visibility has evolved over the past few decades, contrasting it with the past when female roles were limited. The conversation also touches on the upcoming release of Captain Marvel, which both actresses believe will be a significant addition to the genre. Mark Ruffalo is mentioned as a supportive figure who shares similar sentiments about the importance of strong female characters, especially for young girls who look up to them. Gurira emphasizes the power and strength that little girls possess and hopes that films like Captain Marvel inspire them to embrace their own ferocity.