Embattled Actor Johnny Depp Lands New Movie But…

Johnny Depp has faced the dreaded “cancel culture” and feels that it can strike anyone, anytime.

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After an acrimonious divorce with Amber Heard, Depp lost a libel case against tabloid “The Sun” who had labeled him a “wife-beater.”

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Post that, Hollywood dropped Depp from all prestigious projects, including the “The Pirates of the Caribbean” and the “Fantastic Beasts” franchise.

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Europe has no such notions and has been welcoming Depp at events and bestowing him will all sorts of awards.

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Depp has finally landed a new project, although the title of the movie and the plot are being kept under wraps.

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He will be playing French King Louis XV in the next film directed by French actor-turned-director, Maiwenn.

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Known for making thought-provoking cinema, Maiwenn has won awards for movies like “Mon Roi” and “Polisse.”

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She will also be playing Countess Jeanne du Barry, who was Louis XV’s last mistress.

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Meanwhile Depp is continuing to battle Amber Heard in court, and she will next be seen as Mera in “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom.”

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