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May 3, 2024 · Unfortunately, "Jeanne du Barry," directed by French director/actress Maïwenn, who she plays the title role opposite Johnny Depp as King Louis XV, takes a surface-level approach to this famously controversial figure.
Jeanne du Barry marks a solid return for Johnny Depp to the world of cinema in a period piece where he portrays King Louis XV of France.
Heavily coiffed and perfumed as to cover up its plebeian status, Jeanne Du Barry waltzes aimlessly through a noble attempt at vindicating its eponymous femme. Read Critics Reviews
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May 18, 2023 · After his legal battles, the star is making his comeback in Cannes' opening film – but it's a dull soap opera, in which he makes minimum effort, writes Nicholas Barber.
May 16, 2023 · ‘Jeanne du Barry’ Review: Johnny Depp Makes a Decent, if Distracting Match for ‘My King’ Director Maïwenn. In this too-polite period movie, the irrepressible filmmaker casts herself as the...
May 2, 2024 · Season 49 of “Saturday Night Live” has ended. Here’s a look back at its most memorable monologues, sketches, product parodies and impressions. “Megalopolis,” the first film from the ...
May 6, 2024 · Maïwenn's Jeanne du Barry sheds light on a historical figure and offers a sex-positive message. Johnny Depp's portrayal of King Louis XV is surprisingly good despite being non-French. The...
May 16, 2023 · ‘Jeanne du Barry’ Review: Johnny Depp and Maïwenn Team Up for a French Drama That’s More Tasteful Than Torrid. The Cannes Film Festival’s opening night selection explores the legendary...
Apr 29, 2024 · QUELLE SURPRISE! Whatever tabloid reputation now precedes him, Depp’s King Louis XV in French film “Jeanne du Barry” proves he’s still one of cinema’s most magnetic presences.
Apr 18, 2024 · Jeanne du Barry, supposedly, is all about throwing two fingers up to the naysayers (Maïwenn herself was also fined €400 (£342) by a Paris court this year for assaulting a journalist in 2023,...
