Elsa Keslassy International Correspondent After being greeted with a seven-minute standing ovation on opening night of the Cannes Film Festival, Johnny Depp’s comeback movie “Jeanne du Barry,” directed by Maiwenn, has charmed French audiences after debuting in cinemas. The costume drama, which stars Depp as the French King Louis XV and marks his first leading role in three years, has been having a strong run at the French B.O., proving that the controversial star is still bankable. At least in France. The film was widely released by Le Pacte on 650 screens and has grossed nearly $4.1 million from more than 550,000 tickets sold in two weeks, according to Comscore France. Currently playing across 800 screens, the film got mixed reviews in Cannes, but still has the potential of selling up to 850,000 tickets (an estimated $6.4 million), according to Eric Marti at Comscore France.
Helen Mirren Arrives to Johnny Depp Film Premiere With a Sneaky Message of Support for Amber Heard
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a case she lost last June. “Jeanne du Barry” has been a lightning rod for controversy; last week director Maïwenn admitted to assaulting a journalist (the journalist was part of an organization covering the allegations against Maïwenn’s ex-husband, French filmmaker Luc Besson, who started dating Maïwenn when she was 15).
Earlier Tuesday, Brie Larson, a Cannes juror, responded to questions about whether she would watch the film at all. “You’ll see, I guess, if I will see it.
And I don’t know how I’ll feel about it if I do,” Larson responded.Mirren’s show of support for Heard, an extension of the hash tag #AmberIsWorthIt that was meant as a show of support for the actress, who starred in “Magic Mike XXL” and as Mara in the former DC Extended Universe (she’ll appear in “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom,” out this Christmas).The film is the opening night selection of the Cannes Film Festival, a lavish international affair that will also include the premiere of Martin Scorsese’s historical epic “Killers of the Flower Moon,” Disney’s “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” and much more. “Jeanne du Barry” tells the story of Madame du Barry (Maïwenn), the last maîtresse-en-titre of King Louis XV of France (Depp) and how her arrival at Versailles sent shockwaves through the royal court.
For a film about a true disrupter, it has done a fair amount of disrupting so far.This is certainly the most high-profile job Depp has received since 2018, when he starred in “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald” as the titular baddie. Following the allegations by Heard, Depp was quietly fired and replaced by Mads Mikkelsen for the third film in that franchise.
Johnny Depp sorry to pull out of Hollywood Vampires concerts with ankle fracture
Johnny Depp has apologised to fans after he's been forced to pull out of his band's upcoming concerts.The actor, 59, is in the rock band, Hollywood Vampires, along with Alice Cooper and Aerosmith’s Joe Perry, who were due to perform in several locations this week. But due to Johnny fracturing his ankle and being told he is "unable to travel" the supergroup have had to reschedule the tour dates.They were set to play at the SHNU Arena in Manchester, New Hampshire on Tuesday, Boch Centre – Wang Theatre in Boston, Massachusetts on Wednesday and Bethel Woods Centre For The Arts in Bethel, New York on Thursday.
Johnny Depp postpones Hollywood Vampires US tour dates due to injury
the post read. “Johnny has sustained a painful injury to his ankle following his recent appearances and has been advised by his doctor not to travel.”“He is devastated by this turn of events but looks forward to resting up so all four vampires can bring their absolute best to the tour in Europe.” The band clarified that all tickets will be transferred for the new dates.
Lily-Rose Depp Reacts To Dad Johnny Depp’s Standing Ovation At Cannes Film Festival
Lily-Rose Depp is one proud daughter!
Lily-Rose Depp Reacts to Dad Johnny Depp's Standing Ovation at Cannes Film Festival (Exclusive)
Lily-Rose Depp is one proud daughter!ET's Rachel Smith spoke to Lily-Rose virtually from the Cannes Film Festival in the South of France Tuesday, where she said she couldn't be happier for her father, Johnny Depp, following the seven-minute standing ovation he received after the premiere of his new biographical drama, .The film marked the opening of the 76th annual event, and the star's first leading role since his highly publicized defamation trial against his ex-wife, Amber Heard.The French-language film sees Johnny as King Louis XV. Set in the 18th century, tells the story of Jeanne Bécu (Maïwenn), the daughter of an impoverished seamstress who rose through the Court of Louis XV and became his last official mistress.«I'm super happy for him.
Johnny Depp’s “rotting” teeth steal limelight at Cannes Film Festival
Johnny Depp‘s appearance this week at Cannes Film Festival has been a major talking point for fans.The former Pirates Of The Caribbean actor stepped back into the spotlight earlier this week, hitting the red carpet for for the premiere of his new film Jeanne du Barry, in which he plays King Louis XV.However, after photos of the actor emerged online, many social media users took to Twitter to comment on Depp’s supposedly “rotting” teeth.“Johnny Depp’s teeth are literally ROTTING,” tweeted one person, while another wrote: “Johnny Depp’s teeth are crying out for help.”Another added: “I was today years old when I found out that Johnny Depp’s teeth in Pirates of the Caribbean were essentially not altered.”Johnny Depp’s teeth are literally ROTTING pic.twitter.com/GrbRqOUI4M— chateau bunny ❄️ (@cocainecross) May 17, 2023I was today years old when I found out that Johnny Depp’s teeth in Pirates of the Caribbean were essentially not altered https://t.co/Nk44Tt2CiT— Uncle CJ (@parkrangersteve) May 19, 2023We need to talk about Johnny Depp’s teeth for at least forty-five minutes. pic.twitter.com/lbo6yZp55w— Dr.
Johnny Depp’s ‘rotten’ teeth steal limelight at Cannes Film Festival
Johnny Depp’s appearance this week at Cannes Film Festival has sent the internet into overdrive, and not in a good way. The former Pirates of the Caribbean actor, 59, returned to the spotlight at Cannes earlier this week, hitting the red carpet for the premiere of his new film Jeanne du Barry, in which he plays King Louis XV.
Amber Heard supporters launch Cannes protest as Johnny Depp’s red carpet return met with mixed welcome
Johnny Depp has made his red carpet return at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival, less than one year since his highly publicised defamation trial against ex-wife Amber Heard reached a verdict. While he was met with uproarious applause from fans on the red carpet, it appears some have not yet forgotten about his allegations of abuse. On Tuesday 16 May, the 59-year-old actor walked the red carpet ahead of the Cannes Film Festival premiere of Jeanne du Barry.
Amber Heard’s Friends SLAM Johnny Depp Lovefest At Cannes!
Those in Amber Heard‘s camp are not at all happy about Johnny Depp making his entertainment industry comeback this week at the Cannes Film Festival.
Cannes Festival criticised for “supporting predators” after Johnny Depp appearance
Johnny Depp’s new film.A social media campaign was launched earlier this week which accused the festival of “supporting predators” – it comes under the hashtag #CannesYouNot. The online opposition arose after the prestigious film festival was confirmed to be opening with Johnny Depp’s new film, Jeanne du Barry, this year.The 2023 instalment — the 76th edition of the festival — kicked off yesterday (May 16), although was on the receiving end of backlash due to its inclusion of the Pirates Of The Caribbean actor.
Johnny Depp Arrives 42 Minutes Late To Cannes Press Conference, Decries ‘Horrifically Written Fiction’ About Him In The Press
Johnny Depp is speaking out.
Johnny Depp says at Cannes he has ‘no further need for Hollywood’
Johnny Depp said he has “no further need” for Hollywood. The actor spoke at the Cannes Film Festival the day after premiering his first film in three years. His rare public appearance to face questions from the press on Wednesday followed the opening night of Jeanne Du Barry, in which he plays King Louis XV.
Cannes kicks off with huge standing ovation for Johnny Depp and award for Michael Douglas
Johnny Depp's first film since his defamation trial got a seven-minute-long standing ovation at Cannes, as the film festival kicked off in France. The actor stars in historical drama Jeanne Du Barry as King Louis XV, alongside director Maiwenn, which opened the world-famous event on the French Riviera. It comes a year after he won a court case against his ex-wife Amber Heard, who wrote an op-ed claiming Depp was an abuser.
Johnny Depp ‘tears up’ as Jeanne du Barry receives seven-minute standing ovation at Cannes
Johnny Depp was seen getting visibly emotional as his new film Jeanne du Barry received a seven-minute standing ovation at Cannes Film Festival on Tuesday (16 May). The French-language film directed by Maïwenn was controversially chosen to open the festival this year.
Brie Larson Is Caught Off Guard When Asked About Johnny Depp’s Movie at 2023 Cannes Film Festival: ‘You’re Asking Me About That?’
Come again? Brie Larson appeared to be flustered and surprised when she was asked to weigh in on Johnny Depp’s presence at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival.
Johnny Depp praised on Cannes Film Festival red carpet one year after Amber Heard trial
Johnny Depp is getting a lot of praise during his controversial appearance at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival. The "Pirates of the Caribbean" star, 59, made his return to the spotlight one year after his bombshell defamation trial against ex-wife Amber Heard. Depp received applause from fans as he arrived at the red carpet around 7 p.m.
Johnny Depp Gets Emotional After 7-Minute Standing Ovation at Cannes in His 1st Public Appearance Since Amber Heard Legal Battle
Basking in the applause. Johnny Depp was taken aback after receiving a standing ovation during the 2023 Cannes Film Festival.
Cannes 2023: Johnny Depp ‘Held Back Tears’ After 7-Minute Standing Ovation For ‘Jeanne du Barry’ Premiere
Johnny Depp returned to Cannes, making his return to the French film festival for the first time since appearing in court with ex-wife Amber Heard last year to debut his new film “Jeanne du Barry”.
Johnny Depp gets Hollywood love at Cannes — but it won’t save his career
during his tawdry defamation trial against ex-wife Amber Heard. On June 1, a jury awarded Depp a combined $15 million in damages after they found that Heard had defamed him in a 2018 Washington Post op-ed alleging spousal abuse. Even if the jurors decided in Depp’s favor, the testimony was lurid and unflattering and neither notable came off blemish-free in the media frenzy. That sleazy spectacle arrived after another legal circus in 2020, when the actor lost a libel case in the UK against the Sun newspaper, which in 2018 had called him a “wife beater.”As a result of Heard’s allegations, Disney booted Depp in 2018 from future installments of the “Pirates” series, in which he played Captain Jack Sparrow.In 2020, Warner Bros.
Cannes 2023 – ‘Here’s Johnny!’: Depp Greeted With Applause As He Makes His Red Carpet Return For Premiere Of ‘Jeanne du Barry’
Johnny Depp received a hero’s welcome he stepped foot on the red carpet at this year’s Cannes Film Festival.