Why Scarlett Johansson Dodged James Grey’s Cannes FaceTime Call
James Gray addressed Scarlett Johansson's absence during the FaceTime call at the Cannes premiere of his film 'Paper Tiger'. He clarified that he hadn't informed her about the call due to her filming commitments in New York. Johansson later expressed her enjoyment of working with Gray and the cast, emphasizing the power of cinema to foster shared experiences.
- ▪James Gray attempted to FaceTime Scarlett Johansson during the Cannes premiere of 'Paper Tiger'.
- ▪Johansson was unable to answer the call as she is currently filming the reboot of 'The Exorcist' in New York.
- ▪Gray shared that Johansson sent a note expressing her pleasure in working with him and the cast.
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(L to R) Miles Teller, James Gray and Adam Driver at the Cannes photocall for 'Paper Tiger' in Cannes. Valery HACHE / AFP via Getty Images Share on Facebook Share on X Google Preferred Share to Flipboard Show additional share options Share on LinkedIn Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share on Tumblr Share on Whats App Send an Email Print the Article Post a Comment James Gray wants to set the record straight about Scarlett Johansson declining his FaceTime call during the six-minute standing ovation at the premiere of his latest Cannes debut, Paper Tiger Saturday night.
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