Audio clips featuring Scarlett Johansson’s voice from the film Marriage Story are being employed by US farmers to repel wolves threatening their cattle herds. This unique method is part of an effort by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) in states like Oregon and California to protect livestock and reduce wolf attacks.
How Sound Technology Helps Reduce Wolf Attacks
Farmers are using quadcopter drones that play various audio recordings, such as music by AC/DC and intense scenes from movies, including a fight scene between Johansson and Adam Driver in Marriage Story. This 2019 drama, which depicts a difficult divorce between the actors’ characters, has provided effective sound deterrents. The USDA reports a significant decrease in wolf predation, dropping from 11 cattle losses over 20 days to only two over the subsequent 85 days in Southern Oregon.
Scarlett Johansson’s Career and Recent Advocacy
With a career spanning more than two decades, Scarlett Johansson has gained recognition as Hollywood’s most bankable lead actor. Her role in Jurassic World Rebirth elevated her to the highest-grossing lead actor title, accumulating approximately $14.8 billion in box office earnings worldwide for films in which she held leading or ensemble roles. Additionally, Johansson joined fellow entertainers like Matt Damon and Zayn Malik in signing an open letter to the US Congress this June, addressing concerns about proposed cuts to food and medical aid programs.
Entertainment Figures Urge Support for Vital Social Programs
The letter endorsed by Johansson and others urged lawmakers to
reject cuts to these vital programs that help millions put food on their tables and provide access to health care
. This action highlights the ongoing involvement of public figures in political issues affecting American families.
