Fathom Events & Vertical Set U.S. Release For Cannes Drama ‘Jeanne Du Barry’ Starring Johnny Depp
deadline.comFathom Events and Vertical have partnered on the U.S. release of Jeanne du Barry, the historical drama marking Johnny Depp‘s first live-action role in a number of years.
Co-written, directed, produced by and co-starring Maïwenn (DNA, My King) the film is set to open nationwide with an exclusive engagement in over 500 theaters beginning May 2nd, after world premiering at last year’s Cannes Film Festival.
Based on true events, 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 (Depp) and orchestrates a meeting through the influential Duke of Richelieu (Pierre Richard).
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