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Scarlett Johansson Advocates for Jewish Actress in Cannes Film

12/15/2025

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Scarlett Johansson emphasized casting a Jewish actress for Eleanor, with support from the Jewish community and the Shoah Foundation.
June Squibb, who plays Eleanor, described preparing for a bat mitzvah scene and a cut Torah portion.
Both expressed excitement for Cannes, where they received a standing ovation.
Johansson noted cold-weather filming challenges and praised the on-set collaboration.

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Scarlett Johansson emphasized casting a Jewish actress for Eleanor, with support from the Jewish community and the Shoah Foundation.
June Squibb, who plays Eleanor, described preparing for a bat mitzvah scene and a cut Torah portion.
Both expressed excitement for Cannes, where they received a standing ovation.
Johansson noted cold-weather filming challenges and praised the on-set collaboration.