Johnny Depp to direct first film in 25 years, biopic on Amedeo Modigliani co-produced by him and Al Pacino

Johnny Depp will return to the director’s chair for the first time in 25 years, subsequent 12 months. The in style actor can be directing a biopic on Italian artist Amedeo Modigliani, merely titled Modigliani. Reports counsel that Johnny may also produce the film, together with veteran actor Al Pacino. However, the solid has not been revealed but and it’s not sure if Johnny is starring in it himself or not. Also learn: Johnny Depp’s Jeanne du Barry first look revealed. See his pic as King Louis XV

Amedeo Modigliani was an Italian painter who discovered fame largely posthumously. His fashion was not effectively obtained throughout his lifetime and he thought of himself a failure each critically and commercially. It was solely after his loss of life in 1920 that his creations turned a lot wanted throughout Europe.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, primarily based on the play by Dennis McIntyre and tailored for the display screen by Jerzy and Mary Kromolowski, the film can be a retelling of the life story of the well-known painter, who lived in Paris in the early twentieth century. “The saga of Mr. Modigliani’s life is one that I’m incredibly honored, and truly humbled, to bring to the screen. It was a life of great hardship, but eventual triumph — a universally human story all viewers can identify with,” Johnny mentioned about his involvement in the mission.

As per the report, Johnny produces the film for IN.2, the European arm of his manufacturing firm Infinitum Nihil. Al Pacino and Barry Nividi are the co-producers. As per the report, the manufacturing will start in France in spring subsequent 12 months. Cast can be introduced someday this 12 months itself.

Johnny has solely directed one film in his whole career–the 1997 launch The Brave, which starred him alongside Marlon Brando. The actor has additionally produced 11 movies, together with field workplace successes like Hugo. As an actor, Johnny can be subsequent seen in portraying French king Louis XV in the upcoming film Jeanne du Barry. This can be Johnny’s first launch since his highly-publicised defamation case towards ex-wife Amber Heard, which concluded in June.