New Image of Johnny Depp as Louis XV in Maïwenn’s Historical Drama JEANNE DU BARRY
A new image has been released of Johnny Depp from director Maïwenn’s ambitious costume drama Jeanne du Barry, in which she also stars as the titular courtesan. Maïwenn also co-wrote the screenplay with Teddy Lussi-Modeste. Other cast members include Benjamin Lavernhe, Pierre Richard, Melvil Poupaud, Noémie Lvovsky, Pascal Greggory and India Hair.
“The drama is freely inspired by the life of Jeanne du Barry, Louis XV’s last royal mistress at the Court of Versailles, after Madame de Pompadour. The illegitimate daughter of a seamstress, Jeanne du Barry uses her intelligence and beauty to rise through the ranks of 18th Century Paris high society and Louis XV’s Court at Versailles. She becomes Louis XV’s favorite companion. Unaware of her status as a courtesan, he regains his appetite for life thanks to their relationship. They fall madly in love. Against all propriety and etiquette, Jeanne moves to Versailles, where her arrival scandalizes the court.”
Post-production is currently underway on the film after an 11-week shoot at locations including the Palace of Versailles and other chateaux in the Paris region as well as in the studio.
The film is set to be released sometime in 2023.
via: Deadline