Johnny Depp’s followers can assume the launch of his first movie in three years, Jeanne Du Barry.
Vertical has bought distribution rights for North America. The French-language film premiered at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival and marks Depp’s return to the massive display screen after his notably publicized defamation trial with ex-wife Amber Heard.
Following its premiere, the Jeanne Du Barry had a profitable preliminary launch in France, grossing $2.56 million in its first week at the field office. Directed and written by means of Maïwenn, the movie portrays Depp as Louis XV, the king of France, while Maïwenn performs Jeanne Vaubernier, a working-class lady who captivates the monarch and turns into his closing professional mistress.
The story revolves round the scandal and resistance Jeanne faces when delivered to the aristocratic world.
Although the movie obtained blended reviews, Depp acquired a heartfelt standing ovation at some stage in its Cannes screening.
During a press conference, Depp expressed his admiration for Maïwenn’s daring desire in casting him, a “hillbilly from Kentucky,” for the royal role, and he confidently embraced the assignment of mastering his traces in French.