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Scarlett Johansson to Play Motoko Kusanagi in ‘Ghost in the Shell’ Live-action Adaptation; Casting ‘Lucy’ Fame Sparks Debate

JB Boral   |

Apr 20, 2016 10:54 AM EDT

Production studios Paramount and DreamWorks announced in April 14 that Scarlett Johansson will play as the lead character in the live-action adaptation of the hit manga/anime series "Ghost in the Shell." Right after the announcement was made, it sparked a wave of criticism on whether a Hollywood actress can give justice to a Japanese role.