Actor Johnny Depp said he has “no further need for Hollywood” during an appearance at the Cannes Film Festival for the premiere of his film “Jeanne du Barry.”
After the premiere of his French film, directed by Mawenn, in which Depp plays King Louis XV and converses in French, the actor spoke with the media to respond to questions. “Jeanne du Barry” marks Depp’s first movie since 2020’s “Minamata.”
Depp made news most recently after suing his ex-wife, actress Amber Heard, for defamation. Heard claimed that Depp had abused her, and Depp claimed that this had a negative impact on his career prospects. The jury largely sided with the “Pirates of the Caribbean” star in the case, awarding him $10.35 million last June, while Heard was awarded $2 million in a counterclaim.
Depp’s attendance at the film festival has been questioned by Heard’s supporters, sparking the #CannesYouNot social media motion. The 59-year-old actor, however, did not seem to be bothered by the criticism or how he was viewed by the film industry.
“I don’t feel boycotted by Hollywood, because I don’t think about Hollywood,” Depp said. “It’s a strange, funny time where everybody would love to be able to be themselves, but they can’t. They must fall in line with the person in front of them. If you want to live that life, I wish you the best.”
Depp stated that he is committed to the development of his newest movie and the acting business, adding that he has no plans to leave.
“I’ve had about 17 comebacks apparently,” Depp said. “I keep wondering about the word ‘comeback’ because I didn’t go anywhere. As a matter of fact, I live about 45 minutes away.”
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