Fifty Shades Of Grey’s Dakota Johnson slams film’s domestic abuse claims: “It’s a love story”

The star said 'no-one was abused' in the movie

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by Emmeline Saunders |
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Fifty Shades Of Grey star Dakota Johnson has been forced to deny that the BDSM film is misogynistic and glorifies abuse of women at its premiere in Berlin.

Speaking to reporters at last night's red carpet event, Dakota said those who believe it portrays a violent relationship are "close-minded".

"No person is abused in the movie," she said. "It's a close-minded outlook.

"It's a love story," she added.

Director Sam Taylor-Johnson agreed. "I feel like I empower this woman," she said.

"I give her the final word and the message is very strong. The end message is really no when someone crosses the line."

Fifty Shades hits cinemas in the UK tomorrow (Friday 13 February).

Dakota Johnson: her hottest looks

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Fifty Shades Of Grey's Dakota Johnson: her top 20 best outfits

12th September 20131 of 20

12th September 2013

Livening up her Cushnie et Ochs LBD with a mini tote and grungy locks

15th September 20142 of 20

15th September 2014

Making a statement at London Fashion Week in a cool statement cut-out dress and lime tote

31st May 20143 of 20

31st May 2014

Dakota gives her Diane von Furstenberg frock a masculine edge at the Polo with pointy flats and a boater hat

8th January 20134 of 20

8th January 2013

It's a dress with chairs on it! And it's SO cute!

2nd November 20135 of 20

2nd November 2013

It doesn't get much better than Gucci glitz and feathers

25th July 20146 of 20

25th July 2014

A floral floaty dress and Converse = a classic summer combo

6th May 20147 of 20

6th May 2014

It's all about the kooky shades and chunky penny loafers for Miss J. Librarian chic at its finest

20th January 20158 of 20

20th January 2015

Mixing ditsy florals with her favourite patent loafers and a slogan sweat

5th May 20149 of 20

5th May 2014

Silk gloves aren't easy to pull off, but Dakota does it with ease at the Met Gala. We heart her Jason Wu red carpet ensemble

25th June 201310 of 20

25th June 2013

Looking very Agyness Deyn in cropped skinnies with mannish flats. We're obsessed with the grey and rose gold colour clash

12th November 201111 of 20

12th November 2011

Has a tuxedo ever looked sexier on a lady? We think not!

9th January 201512 of 20

9th January 2015

We wish we looked this good after a yoga class! Dakota smartens up distressed crops with a blazer and chic khaki shirt

23rd January 201513 of 20

23rd January 2015

Clashing her fifty (OK, two) shades of red for a sunny walk in LA

12th January 201314 of 20

12th January 2013

Pairing her '90s inspired slinky Romona Keveza gown with blingy bangles and a matchy matchy lip

23rd July 201415 of 20

23rd July 2014

Effortlessly pretty in a floral midi and white loafers. Keira Knightley would be totally crushing on this look as much as we are

11th January 201516 of 20

11th January 2015

Wowing everyone at the Golden Globes in glittering floor-length Chanel

1st November 201417 of 20

1st November 2014

Dreamy in cream Gucci paired with a slick quiff

24th January 201218 of 20

24th January 2012

Cosy AND chic. We would very much like a grey maxi duster coat now please

6th January 201519 of 20

6th January 2015

Perfectly preppy in every way, Dakota takes style inspo from the Pink Ladies after her pilates class

26th February 201220 of 20

26th February 2012

Oscars ready in red hot Gucci teamed with a molten mani and boxy clutch

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