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Mar 6, 2023 · The movie, first announced in January 2022, is directed by Maiwenn herself. Maiwenn co-wrote the script with Teddy Lussi-Modeste. Jeanne du Barry is Maïwenn’s sixth feature and most ambitious production to date after Cannes 2011 Jury Prize winner Polisse. The movie is also known as ‘La Favorite’.
Jeanne Bécu, Comtesse du Barry (19 August 1743 – 8 December 1793) was the last maîtresse-en-titre of King Louis XV of France. She was executed by guillotine during the French Revolution on accusations of treason—particularly being suspected of assisting émigrés to flee from the Revolution. She is also known as “ Mademoiselle ...
Jun 26, 2023 · The movie transports audiences back to France in the 18th century and explores the real-life relationship between Johnny Depp’s King Louis XV and his favorite mistress Madame du Barry. Barry wasn’t well-liked at the king’s court, with famous royalty like Marie Antoinette — who married the king’s grandson — describing her as a ...
“Jeanne du Barry” follows Jeanne Vaubernier (Maïwenn), a working-class woman determined to climb the social ladder, using her charms to escape her impoverished life. Her lover, the Comte du Barry (Melvil Poupaud), wishes to present her to King Louis XV (Johnny Depp) and orchestrates a meeting through the influential Duke of Richelieu ...
But “Jeanne du Barry,” written, directed by and starring Maïwenn, is an ultimately snoozy historical period piece. Full Review | May 2, 2024.
Jun 7, 2023 · On Wednesday, film distributor Vertical announced that it has acquired the North American distribution rights to Johnny Depp's 'Jeanne du Barry,' paving the way for the film to release in movie ...
