Scarlett Johansson would work with Woody Allen ‘any time’

Scarlett Johansson has spoken out in support of Woody Allen, saying she "loved" the film-maker and "believed" he is innocent of abuse accusations.

"I see Woody whenever I can, and I have had a lot of conversations with him about it. He maintains his innocence, and I believe him." the Avengers star told the Hollywood Reporter, according to BBC News .

Allen has been accused by his adopted daughter Dylan Farrow of molesting her, allegations first made in 1992.

The director denies the claims.

Johansson has worked with Allen on the films Match Point, Scoop and Vicky Cristina Barcelona.

Her defence of the film-maker is in contrast to stars who have distanced themselves from him, such as Greta Gerwig, Colin Firth and Mira Sorvino, who said they regret having worked with Allen. 

Timothee Chalamet and Rebecca Hall both said last year they would donate their wages from working with him to charity.

Allen is said to have received support from the actress Diane Keaton, who won an Oscar for her role in his 1977 film Annie Hall.

Allen's son Moses has also disputed the allegations against his father, claiming his sister was coached by their mother Mia Farrow.