Scarlett Johansson, who first gained famе with roles like the seductive ingénue in Lost in Translation, tells The Wall Street Journal in its April issue that she is ready to move beyond that image. At 29, Johansson expresses her desire to shed her glamorous, desire-focused persona, acknowledging that such an image is fleeting.

Looking ahead, she hopes to balance her acting career with family life. Johansson reveals her ambition to juggle film projects, theater work, and personal time, aiming to “selfishly” achieve it all.

In her interview, Johansson also discusses her personal life, including her relationship with fiancé Romain Dauriac and their shared life in Paris. She candidly describes her hope to balance her career and family, emphasizing the strеss of constantly pursuing success at the expense of family time.

The actress, who stars in Captain America: The Winter Soldier, reflects on her journey from indie films to blockbuster hits, and her desire to diversify her roles. She speaks about her new projects, such as Under the Skin and Lucy, and her commitment to avoiding typecasting.

Johansson’s insight into her career and personal life illustrates her quest for a fulfilling balance, as she embraces both her evolving image and the challenges of motherhood.