Helen Mirren poses for photographers as she arrives at the opening ceremony and premiere of the film ‘Jeanne Du Barry’ at the 76th International Film Festival, Cannes. photo credit: Scott Garfitt
The Cannes Film Festival opened its 76th edition with a star-studded parade, including the much-talked-about return of Johnny Depp.
Depp’s prominence on the first day of the festival — he plays Louis XV in the opening night film, “Jeanne du Barry” — has been a hot topic in the leadup to the premiere. (Festival jury member Brie Larson left open the question of whether she would even see the film, which isn’t in competition.) Depp was given a warm welcome Tuesday night, smiling for the camera and adoring fans nearby. “Johnny!”
Johnny Depp, center, poses for photographers after leaving the premiere of the film ‘Jeanne du Barry’ at the 76th International Film Festival, Cannes | photo credit: Scott Garfitt
Helen Mirren dyed her hair blue and provided an extravagant look for the premiere with a fan with the phrase #WorthIt printed on it.
The night also belonged to Michael Douglas, who received an honorary Palme d’Or during the opening ceremony. Douglas attended the premiere with his wife, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and their daughter, Carys, who kissed the actor on his cheek at the top of the steps of the famous Palais des Festivals before the ceremony.
Michael Douglas, Catherine Zeta-Jones and their daughter Carrie Pose | Photo Credit: Sarah Messonnier
Festival premieres double as high fashion moments, with Elle Fanning, Uma Thurman and Fan Bingbing rocking looks with long, flowing trains.
Uma Thurman poses for photographers as she arrives at the opening ceremony and premiere of the film ‘Jeanne du Barry’ at the 76th Cannes International Film Festival | photo credit: Scott Garfitt
The star-studded celebration, which will include the premieres of “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” and Martin Scorsese’s latest film, continues through May 27.