Scarlett Johansson to Receive American Cinematheque Award

Hollywood star Scarlett Johansson will receive the 35th annual American Cinematheque Award gala and tribute at the Beverly Hilton on November 18.

In a statement on Tuesday, American Cinematheque chair Rick Nicita stated that Johansson’s career embodies the essence of the prestigious award, noting that her immense talent has shone brightly from her acting debut as a child through her emergence as a megastar of blockbusters.

The award was received by many celebrities including Robin Williams, Steven Spielberg, Sean Connery, Michael Douglas, Mel Gibson, Tom Cruise, John Travolta, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jodie Foster, Bruce Willis, Nicolas Cage, Denzel Washington, Nicole Kidman, Steve Martin, Al Pacino, George Clooney, Julia Roberts, Samuel L. Jackson, Matt Damon, Robert Downey Jr., Matthew McConaughey, Reese Witherspoon, and Charlize Theron.