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.
‘Jeanne du Barry’ Review: Johnny Depp Makes a Decent, if Distracting Match for ‘My King’ Director Maïwenn
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Peter Debruge Chief Film Critic They instructed her no one must turn their back to the king, but she did so anyway. They warned that she was not to look Louis XV directly in the eyes, lest others take it as “an invitation,” but she ignored Versailles’ advisers on this point as well, defiantly meeting the king’s gaze. Jeanne Bécu was not the type of woman to do as she was told. In this respect, divisive French actor-director Maïwenn can relate, casting herself as the courtesan-turned-comtess in “Jeanne du Barry,” a sensitive and surprisingly low-key portrait of the French monarch’s last mistress. That Maïwenn saw fit to engage tabloid-embattled Johnny Depp as “her king” is just one of the many hurdles she set for herself — but then, no one embarks on such a project with the intention of pleasing her critics.
Kicking off the Cannes Film Festival just two weeks after Charles III’s coronation across the Channel, “Jeanne du Barry” offers a relatively provocative take on all things royal, though it’s super tame compared with Canal+’s tawdry “Versailles” series or Albert Serra’s recent “Liberté.” The illegitimate daughter of a monk and a cook, Jeanne rose as high as someone of her station might, earning a place as Louis XV’s “favorite” in his final years. There’s no small risk in publicly identifying with a historical figure whose greatest achievement was holding her own against the haters — especially when one of those enemies was the mythic Marie Antoinette (played here by Pauline Pollmann). The critics will come with knives sharpened, but let it be said: Maïwenn is a major filmmaker, and “Jeanne du Barry” demands to be taken seriously. As the end credits rolled, an older woman openly wept behind me, taking several minutes
Lily-Rose Depp Makes Rare Comment About Dad Johnny Depp at Cannes Film Festival: ‘I’m Super Happy for Him’
Like father, like daughter. Lily-Rose Depp made a rare comment about dad Johnny Depp while attending the Cannes Film Festival weeks after her father received a standing ovation at the french event.
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 addresses fans directly as he performs at Royal Albert Hall for Jeff Beck
Johnny Depp swapped Cannes for London on Monday when he took to the stage to celebrate his late friend Jeff Beck at the Royal Albert Hall. Last week, the 59-year-old actor opened Cannes Film Festival with his film Jeanne du Barry but last night was in full musician mode while honouring Beck at the tribute show, who died ‘suddenly’ in January after contracting bacterial meningitis aged 78. Taking to the stage in a white shirt, hat, and sunglasses, Oscar-nominated Depp even addressed those in the audience directly as they cheered him on, telling them: ‘Bless your hearts, this is a beautiful turnout for Mr Jeff.
What Cannes Country of Honor Status Means for Spain
John Hopewell Chief International Correspondent Spain’s status as Cannes’ Marché du Film’s Country of Honor is a “milestone,” says María Peña, CEO of ICEX Spain Trade & Investment. But it’s also a mark of recognition, she says, after Spain’s big wins just this year at the Berlinale (three prizes for Estibaliz Urresola’s “20,000 Species of Bees”) and France’s Cesars (foreign film win for “The Beasts” and actor trophy to Benoît Magimel for Albert Serra’s “Pacification” and cinematography for its DP, Artur Tort). Peña also points to April’s MipTV, where Rafael Cobos’ “The Left Handed Son,” from Movistar Plus+, won Canneseries’ Short Format Competition, and “The Caravan,” produced by Barcelona’s Caravan Films, the first MipDoc International Buyers Screenings honors.
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.
Johnny Depp marks celebrity comeback with Cannes opening film 'Jeanne du Barry'
CANNES — Johnny Depp seemed back in full celebrity mode on Tuesday, signing autographs and taking pictures with fans before the premiere of the Cannes Film Festival’s opening film “Jeanne du Barry,” which marks the actor’s first major role since his high-profile defamation trial.
Johnny Depp Forces 27-Minute Cannes Press Conference Delay After Being Stuck in Traffic
Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter Johnny Depp was 40 minutes late to the press conference for “Jeanne du Barry,” the period drama that opened the Cannes Film Festival on Tuesday night. Depp was stuck in traffic, according to a source close to his team, forcing the event to start 27 minutes behind schedule and without him. He also missed the earlier photo call with director and star Maïwenn and the rest of the cast of “Jeanne du Barry” due to the gridlock along the Croisette. Photographers were told that Depp would return to take pictures later in the afternoon. When he arrived at 12:41 p.m. (the conference was called for noon), everyone seated at the presser was able to hear cheers and applause before he walked into the room. When he got there, he expressed his appreciation for last night’s premiere of “Jeanne du Barry.” A night earlier, the embattled actor held back tears as the audience embraced the film, starring Depp as King Louis XV, with a seven-minute standing ovation.
Johnny Depp: ‘I Don’t Feel Boycotted by Hollywood Because I Don’t Think About Hollywood’
Johnny Depp made a rare public appearance at the Cannes press conference for “Jeanne du Barry,” a costume drama that opened the 76th film festival. The movie, in which he plays King Louis XV, marks the actor’s first leading role in three years, following his high-profile legal battles with ex-wife Amber Heard. As he reemerged into the limelight, Depp appeared to have mixed feelings about his years-long absence from Hollywood films. “Did I feel boycotted by Hollywood? You’d have to not have a pulse to feel like, ‘No. None of this is happening. It’s a weird joke,'” he said during Wednesday’s press conference for the film. “When you’re asked to resign from a film you’re doing because of something that is merely a function of vowels and consonants floating in the air, yes you feel boycotted.”
Johnny Depp Says At Cannes Press Conference He Doesn’t Feel Boycotted By Hollywood: “The Majority Of What You’ve Read Is Fantastically Horrifically Written Fiction”
Refresh for updates…A humbled and defensive Johnny Depp spoke up at the Cannes press conference this AM for the fest’s opening night film Jeanne du Barry. Not only was he moved by the standing ovation in the Grand Theatre Lumiere, but he also referred to the wake of the Amber Heard trial headlines (without pointing to it), exclaiming, “In regards to me and my life, the majority of what you’ve read is fantastically horrifically written fiction.”
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 marks celebrity comeback with Cannes opening film
CANNES (Reuters) -Johnny Depp seemed back in full celebrity mode on Tuesday, signing autographs and taking pictures with fans before the premiere of the Cannes Film Festival's opening film "Jeanne du Barry," which marks the actor's first major role since his high-profile defamation trial. Fans in the French Riviera city were seen hoisting signs that read "Congrats, Johnny" and "We are sorry" with a heart. The festival delivered on its glamorous reputation with a parade of stars including Mads Mikkelsen, a blue-haired Helen Mirren and John C.
Johnny Depp Gets 7-Minute Standing Ovation at ‘Jeanne du Barry’ Premiere
pic.twitter.com/gxi0WkpN4o“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.
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.
‘Jeanne du Barry’ Film Review: Cannes Fuss Over Johnny Depp Overwhelms an Inert Period Piece
“Aren’t girls who care for nothing ready for anything?” and “What good is innocence if others harbor guilty desires for you?” In a way, the movie came out of another Cannes premiere in which a different female director and American actor took the story of the 18th century French court and twisted it. In 2006, Sofia Coppola’s “Marie Antoinette” played at the festival with Kirsten Dunst as the doomed queen.
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.
Johnny Depp Cements Cannes Comeback With Teary Seven-Minute Standing Ovation for ‘Jeanne du Barry’
Johnny Depp. The embattled actor, who hasn’t appeared in public since his protracted 2022 legal battle with ex-girlfriend Amber Heard, received an ecstatic seven-minute standing ovation on Tuesday night at the premiere of Cannes Film Festival’s opening night film “Jeanne Du Barry.” Depp held back tears as the crowd in the South of France erupted in prolonged applause for his performance as the King Louis XV. He waved to the audience in the balcony and seemed taken aback by the response. The film’s director and star Maiwenn also broke out into tears as she briefly took the mic. “I want to share this moment with my lover, with my producer, with Le Pacte,” she said. “It was a production that was difficult to finance … and I want to share this moment with all my team across the theater.”
Helen Mirren Arrives to Johnny Depp Film Premiere With a Sneaky Message of Support for Amber Heard
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).