Johnny Depp was born in 1963. Between 1987 and 1990. He played in the television production “21 Jump Street”, thanks to which he gained recognition. However, he soon realized that this popularity could classify him and limit his acting opportunities, something he wanted to avoid at all costs.
Johnny Depp in “21 Jump Street”
– admitted the star.
With this role, he mocked the label assigned to him
Depp got a chance for a “fresh start” thanks to the film “Cry-Baby” directed by John Waters. In this colorful parody of the 1950s, Depp plays… Rebellious rockabillysimilar to icons of the music scene such as Elvis Presley or Johnny Cash.
Johnny Depp in the movie “Cry-Baby” in 1990.
This film is still impressive to this day because of how beautifully it depicts the lives of local teenagers. The excellent soundtrack also deserves praise. It is also impossible not to mention Depp’s amazing acting.
– says Deb.
He almost lost his role in “Edward Scissorhands.”
One of the highlights of Johnny Depp’s career was the film “Edward Scissorhands” in 1990. Now, after the premiere of the documentary “Untitled Tim Burton Docuseries”, which was held at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York, it has emerged that Depp He wasn’t the only actorWho wanted to play the title character.
Johnny Depp as Edward Scissorhands
Director Tim Burton was already a respected creator at the time, for example, in productions such as “Frankenweenie” or “Beetlejuice”. Many actors wanted to work with him, which greatly undermined Depp’s self-confidence.
In Tara Wood’s documentary, Depp shares his thoughts after reading the script for “Edward Scissorhands.”
– recalls the actor.
Depp had to face competition from stars such as Tom Hanks, Michael Jackson and Tom Cruise. The latter was so close to landing the role that a distraught Depp called his agent to ask him for it Cancel the meeting Regarding the role. “are you crazy?!” — He heard a response from his friend.
Johnny Depp in the movie “Edward Scissorhands”
In the end, Depp arrived at the meeting and Tim Burton entrusted him with the role “Edward Scissorhands.” This film was the beginning of their long-term collaboration, but also their friendship. Depp traded the unwanted title of teen idol for being the director’s muse.
Johnny Depp became an inspiration for Tim Burton
Burton and Depp’s long-term collaboration led to other popular productions such as “Ed Wood” (1994), “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” (2005), and “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street” (2007).
– recalls Depp in the documentary about Tim Burton.
The premiere of “Untitled Tim Burton Docuseries” took place on June 10 at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York. The director of the documentary is Tara Wood. The production also starred Jenna Ortega and Michael Keaton.
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