After a three-year hiatus, Hollywood actor Johnny Depp is set to make his comeback with the premiere of his film “Jeanne du Barry” at the Cannes Film Festival on May 16. However, with his career at a crossroads, the actor’s future in Hollywood remains uncertain.
Depp, 59, has been in the news lately for his legal battles with ex-wife Amber Heard, which ended in his favor. He is set to portray King Louis XV in “Jeanne du Barry,” alongside co-star and director Maiwenn Le Besco, who plays King Louis’ mistress.
While the premiere of “Jeanne du Barry” at Cannes is a prestigious platform for the film, some are concerned that it may not bode well for Depp’s career. The actor’s involvement in the “Pirates of the Caribbean” and “Fantastic Beasts” franchises remains uncertain, and his recent film “Minamata” only made $1.7 million at the global box office.
There are mixed predictions about Depp’s future prospects in the industry, with some believing that “Jeanne du Barry” is his last chance to remain relevant, while others suggest that he may not be cast in any big thriller films anymore.
While the reception of “Jeanne du Barry” remains to be seen, it’s clear that Depp’s career is at a crossroads. His future in Hollywood will depend on the success of his upcoming films and how audiences perceive him going forward.
In a recent interview with Collider, Depp’s longtime collaborator Tim Burton expressed interest in working with the actor again “if the right thing was around,” but said that the “right thing” has yet to materialize.
As Depp’s fans eagerly await the release of the next “Pirates of the Caribbean” installment, it remains to be seen whether the actor’s comeback in “Jeanne du Barry” will be a resurgence of his career or the end of it.
