Modi Cast Want Hollywood to Love Johnny Depp Again

Modi Cast Want Hollywood to Love Johnny Depp Again

As a longtime devotee of cinema, I have witnessed the rise and fall of many stars over the years, but none quite like Johnny Depp. The man who once brought us the whimsical Jack Sparrow and the enigmatic Edward Scissorhands now stands at the crossroads of controversy and redemption.


Following a high-profile divorce, abuse accusations, and a widely publicized defamation court case, it’s fair to say that Johnny Depp has become a somewhat contentious figure in Hollywood. However, despite the damage to his reputation, the cast of his second directorial project, “Modi — Three Days on the Wings of Madness,” have heaped praise upon him, encouraging critics to look beyond their negative perceptions of the renowned actor-turned-director.

Making its debut at the San Sebastián Film Festival this week is the film titled “Modi Three Days on the Wings of Madness“, Johnny Depp’s latest venture. This “anti-biopic” offers an insight into 72 hours in the life of Italian artist Amedeo Modigliani. However, the film serves as more than just a creative endeavor for Depp; it marks a significant milestone on his gradual return to Hollywood, following a string of controversies in 2022 concerning his relationship with his former wife, Amber Heard. Allegations of physical and sexual abuse against Depp by Heard led to a dramatic dip in his reputation, with some feeling that the accusations were not entirely warranted.

Colleagues of Johnny Depp from the movie “Modi – Three Days on the Wings of Madness” are among those who think he should be forgiven for incidents two years ago. When asked if Depp deserved another chance, the film’s lead actor, Riccardo Scarmacio, responded, “I feel Hollywood needs Johnny Depp, an artist like him. It’s crucial for Hollywood and cinema in general… He’s the most considerate, kind-hearted, gentle man I’ve ever collaborated with. The industry should exercise caution.” Fellow actress Antonia Desplat concurred briefly, “Yes, people should let it go.” Both stars also highlighted cancel culture as the main reason behind Depp’s recent controversies.

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Johnson was commended by Modi’s peers for his considerate actions on set, contributing in part to Desplat and Scarmacio strongly advising critics to give Johnson some space. However, figures within the entertainment industry have previously shared accounts of Johnson’s challenging behavior during filming, detailing instances of heated outbursts, script disputes, and unexpected absences. Although such allegations often lack concrete evidence, the recurring complaints about Johnson’s conduct throughout his career suggest a grain of truth. It’s worth noting that while Johnson may have acted professionally as a director on the set of Modi, it would be premature for his colleagues to dismiss all criticisms of him as mere manifestations of cancel culture.

Johnny Depp’s move into directing was celebrated as a “second chance” by the cast of Modi, but it appears more like an extension of his already illustrious acting career. Despite the attention surrounding his defamation trial in 2022, Depp remained active in Hollywood, starting work on the historical drama Jeanne du Barry in the summer of that year. Surprisingly, it seems that Depp has faced few repercussions following the Depp-Heard trial, contrary to what some fans and peers might think.

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2024-09-26 16:31