Over the past ten years, we’ve seen Natasha Romanoff, aka Black Widow, kick butt alongside the male Avengers and save the world. But being a spy means she’s got some secrets up her sleeve, and finally, we’re getting the inside scoop on her life with the long-awaited Black Widow film. To celebrate a decade of her character, Scarlett Johansson graced the cover of EW magazine for April, giving us a sneak peek at some exclusive stills from the upcoming movie.
The new Black Widow film is set in the turbulent time between the Avengers breakup in Captain America: Civil War and their reunion in Avengers: Infinity War. Scarlett Johansson, who plays Black Widow, is thrilled to delve into this pivotal moment in the character’s journey. She’s eager to explore how Black Widow transforms into a more complex and developed person, piecing together her past to form a fuller identity.
As Johansson explains, the strength of the character comes from her willingness to embrace and navigate her vulnerabilities. She may not possess superhero powers, but her emotional wisdom allows her to persevere.
As per Johansson, the Black Widow movie mirrors her own evolution throughout the last ten years. She feels that she has reached a point where she is able to delve into the less appealing and difficult sides of her character with ease, something she couldn’t do in the past. With age, she has also gained more self-assurance in herself.
This special glimpse from the film captures Natasha as she prepares to suit up for her next mission.
The film portrays Natasha reconnecting with the family she grew up with, who were actually Russian spies pretending to be a family during her childhood. Among this group are Melina (portrayed by Rachel Weisz) and Yelena (portrayed by Florence Pugh).
