Dakota Johnson

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Dakota Johnson's Transformation into Madame Web Receives Mixed Reviews

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Critics are divided on the first female superhero standalone film starring Dakota Johnson as Madame Web. Discover how Johnson prepared for her role and why the movie is generating buzz.

The anticipation for the Spider-Man spinoff, Madame Web, starring Dakota Johnson is met with mixed reviews. The film marks the first female superhero standalone in the Sony-Marvel universe. Crafting a unique superhero suit for Johnson's Madame Web added an enticing factor for the costumers. Based on the original Marvel character, this new adaptation is sparking curiosity among fans.

S.J. Clarkson, the director of Madame Web, found the portrayal of a superhero without superhuman strength refreshing. Dakota Johnson's choice to take on the role was influenced by the character's emphasis on mental power. As a 34-year-old star, Johnson sees Madame Web as a symbol of strength through intelligence, rather than physical prowess.

Makeup artist Vasilios Tanis shares insights into creating beauty looks for the female superheroes in Madame Web. Through stunts and long hours on set, Tanis managed to make the red lipstick endure the challenges. While the movie attempts to establish Madame Web as a classic superhero origin story, it also delves into the transformation of Cassie Webb into her superhero identity.

In a recent interview, Johnson revealed her interactions with her Gen Z co-stars and their dynamic on set. Additionally, she discussed her experience auditioning for a television series and the surprising reaction she received from the creator. Clarkson highlighted the unique challenge of portraying clairvoyance in Madame Web, focusing on the psychological thriller elements of the film.

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Madame Web reviews: Critics call Dakota Johnson-starrer worst of ... (WION)

The first review for the Spider-Man spinoff Madame Web is here. Dakota Johnson-starrer is the first female superhero standalone film in the Sony-Marvel ...

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How Dakota Johnson Transformed Into Madame Web (Vogue.com)

No doubt, crafting a unique superhero suit for Johnson's Madame Web was another enticing factor for the costumer. Based on the original Marvel character, who ...

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Dakota Johnson and S.J. Clarkson and find the psychological thriller ... (The Associated Press)

One of the first things that struck director S.J. Clarkson about “Madame Web” was that this was a superhero who did not have superhuman strength.

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Dakota Johnson on 'Madame Web,' studio executives and protecting ... (Bradford Era)

Dakota Johnson chose "Madame Web" as her first superhero movie in part because it's about "a young woman whose power is her mind." The 34-year-old star, ...

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Madame Web: How Vasilios Tanis Transformed Dakota Johnson ... (Glamour)

"Madame Web" makeup artist Vasilios Tanis on creating beauty looks for four female superheroes and the red lipstick that survived stunts and 10-hour set ...

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Movie Review: Dakota Johnson is fun enough, but 'Madame Web' is ... (Sentinel Colorado)

“Madame Web” is striving to be a classic superhero setup movie, about how the future Madame Web — now just single gal paramedic Cassie Webb — comes to terms ...

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Dakota Johnson Explains Why Her Gen Z Co-Stars 'Annoy' Her (Yahoo Singapore News)

Johnson spoke to Seth Meyers on “Late Night” recently about her relationship with her “Madame Web” co-stars, Sydney Sweeney, 26, Celeste O'Connor, 25, and ...

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INTERVIEW: How Madame Web's Dakota Johnson Transformed Into ... (CBR)

Madame Web star Dakota Johnson shares her experiences playing a Marvel superhero and portraying clairvoyance in this interview with CBR.

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Dakota Johnson Says TV Creator Slammed Her for Being Pretentious (Variety)

Dakota Johnson auditioned for a television series and shook the hands of everyone in the audition room. The creator called her "pretentious."

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Dakota Johnson and SJ Clarkson find the psychological thriller in ... (Courthouse News Service)

“I saw the challenge of clairvoyance and the fact that it didn't necessarily scream action as its biggest virtue,” Clarkson said in a recent interview with The ...

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Dakota Johnson and S.J. Clarkson and find the psychological thriller ... (KEYT)

By LESLIE AMBRIZ Associated Press. LOS ANGELES (AP) — One of the first things that struck director S.J. Clarkson about “Madame Web” was that this was a ...

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Dakota Johnson Says TV Creator Slammed Her as 'Pretentious' for ... (Yahoo News Australia)

Dakota Johnson was asked by MTV during a video interview on her “Madame Web” press tour to reveal her “most traumatic audition story.

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This Dakota Johnson- and Sydney Sweeney-Worn Blush Is So Good ... (InStyle)

Armani Beauty's Luminous Silk Glow Blush is the newest Luminous Silk product in the brand's popular collection. Sydney Sweeny and Dakota Johnson wore the ...

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Madame Web: Dakota Johnson Gives Spider-Man Spinoff Its Bite ... (Original Cin)

I know where she comes from—part of a growing Hollywood dynasty that begins with her grandmother, Tippi Hedren, filtering down to her mother Melanie Griffith ...

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Dakota Johnson Makes Surprising Admission About Madame Web (CBR)

Madame Web lead actor Dakota Johnson makes a stunning admission about the newly-released Sony Spider-Man Universe film.

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Dakota Johnson on 'Madame Web,' studio executives and protecting ... (Salamanca Press)

Dakota Johnson chose "Madame Web" as her first superhero movie in part because it's about "a young woman whose power is her mind." The 34-year-old star, ...

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Dakota Johnson wants to see studio executives greenlight new and ... (Bradford Era)

As studios and streamers have tightened their purse strings, "Madame Web" star Dakota Johnson, who has her own production company, argues for the need for ...

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