Disney included these figures in its motion to request confidential arbitration in New York instead of a public trial.
John Berlinski, Johansson’s lawyer, said in a statement to CNN Business, “Why is Disney so afraid to litigate this case in public?”
“Because he knows that Marvel’s promises to give Black Widow a typical theatrical release” like his other films “had everything to do with ensuring that Disney would not cannibalize box office receipts to increase Disney + subscriptions.” to say. “Still, that’s exactly what happened, and we look forward to presenting the overwhelming evidence to prove it.”
Daniel Petrocelli, the Disney and Marvel attorney who filed the lawsuit Friday, told CNN Business Monday that “we are simply asking the court to enforce the agreement of the parties that requires the arbitration of all disputes.”
Disney responded by saying that “there is no merit in any case for this presentation.” The study then added that the company “fully complied with Ms Johansson’s contract and, in addition, the launch of ‘Black Widow’ at Disney + with Premier Access has significantly improved its ability to obtain additional compensation in addition to the 20 millions of dollars he has received to stay. “
Johansson vs. Disney has been a flashpoint in an evolving Hollywood. Demand comes at a crucial time, as the industry faces questions about how the public will consume entertainment in the future and how those who create it will be compensated.
“Black Widow” earned $ 80 million at the U.S. box office during its opening weekend. This was around what the industry expected and was also a pandemic era record. The film also grossed $ 60 million worldwide at Disney + that weekend, according to the study.