The famous American actor and director, Johnny Depp, gave his first interview after his arrival in the country, and shed light on the movie La Plata, ahead of the screening of his second film as a director. “Modigliani, three days in Montparnasse” Which will open on Thursday in Argentine cinemas. The Hollywood star was excited about the premiere in the city and this reflected on her artistic career.
“It’s very important that I show my film in a city where culture is very important,” said Johnny Depp when highlighting La Plata. Regarding the enthusiasm of the Argentine fans, the “Pirates of the Caribbean” star said: “It is really impressive. I don’t know if anyone can get used to such a welcome. You feel happy to have support and to show respect, love and admiration. People have kept me alive.”
During the interview on the program “Cut to Lozano“hosted by Veronica Lozano on Telefé, Depp spoke about his experience behind the camera in his new film. He commented, “The best thing about being a director is not being in front of the set. It’s a kind of revenge,” adding that the time he spent on dozens of shoots helped him learn “things not to do” when directing.
The translator also told how the project came about. Modigliani: “One day Al Pacino called me on the phone and said: ‘Do you remember the thing I wanted to do with Modigliani? I think you should mentor him. ‘You can’t say no to Al Pacino. He made me an offer I couldn’t refuse, and he was right.’
In response to a question about his style of working with actors, Depp explained: “I am very comfortable. I think the best thing you can do, if you have the opportunity to film something, is to let the actors do what they know how to do, give us what they can offer, and see how that fits into the story.”
Before saying goodbye, Depp referred to his schedule in Argentina and the presentation in La Plata. “I hope to return with joy and enthusiasm to Buenos Aires to experience this place and to be able to watch the movie here. It is a community where there is culture, art and architecture,” he said.
This Tuesday, the actor will receive the “Illustrious Visitor” medal from the Mayor of La Plata, Julio Alack, and will give a master class at the Coliseo Podesta Municipal Theater, alongside the Italian actor Riccardo Scamarcio, the protagonist of the novel. Modigliani.
Your arrival in La Plata
The arrival of Johnny Depp in the country, which happened yesterday, has revolutionized La Plata. In that euphoria over the presence of the famous actor who would be tomorrow, the people of La Plata went into “Cholulos” mode.
On the one hand, a vote was taken this morning in the deliberative council on the announcement of the “illustrious visitor” of the translator of the “Pirates of the Caribbean” saga.
On the other hand, it was reported that the residents of La Plata will be able to come on Wednesday, between 5 and 6 p.m., to greet Depp, who will share a special moment with his followers from the balcony of the Golden Hall of the Municipal Palace. Then he greets the audience gathered in front of the municipal building.
After that, Depp will give a masterclass at the Teatro Municipal Coliseo Podesta, with Italian actor Riccardo Scamarcio, in a public interview that will combine conversation and film screening.
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