'Ghost in the Shell' Director Defends Controversial Scarlett Johansson Casting

After the Ghost in the Shell trailer officially debuted earlier today, director Rupert Sanders is defending the casting of Scarlett Johansson, despite claims of white-washing.
“I cast very much from the gut,” Rupert said (via ET). “I think whenever you cast someone, someone’s going to be critical of it. To me, I stand by my decision. She’s the best actress of her generation, and I was flattered and honored that she would be in this film.”
“I was very luc