Brie Larson is confused when asked about Johnny Depp and asked questions by a journalist at the Cannes Film Festival.

Brie Larson is confused when asked about Johnny Depp and asked questions by a journalist at the Cannes Film Festival.

The actress felt uncomfortable when asked about the film’s presence at the festival.

ABOUT Cannes International Film Festival kicked off last Tuesday (16), bringing a few new premieres (and some controversy in tow). There was a movie shown Jeanne du Barrybiopic written, directed and produced by a French actress. Maiwennand starring Johnny Depp.

Brie Larsonactivist in favor of #Me too and one of this year’s festival jury members, was interviewed during a press conference with reporters who attended the event. There, a reporter asked her how she felt about seeing Depp’s film in the competition following a highly publicized legal battle between the actor and his ex-wife. Amber Heardwho accused him of domestic violence and sexual harassment.

Larson is clearly uncomfortable with this question, not least because Jeanne du Barry does not officially participate in the competition Palm branch, which means that she is not required to attend, even if she is a festival judge. In response, she said:

“Are you asking me about it? Sorry I don’t understand correlations or why I [tenho que responder isso] specifically.”

Later, under pressure from the press, she answered with some hesitation: “I think you’ll know if I look.” And I don’t know how I’ll feel if I do that.”

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It’s not news that we know that Depp’s film debut will spark controversy at the festival. However, even the President Cannes Film Festival openly said that he did not care about Depp’s disagreements, but only his acting work.

Johnny Depp returns in Jeanne du Barry, a biography written, directed and produced by French actress Maiwenn.

Brie Larson became known for openly defending the campaign #Me toofollowing a scandal involving Harvey Weinstein, the producer has been charged with abusing and harassing dozens of women in Hollywood. In addition, the actress is also on the board of directors. Time is overnon-profit organization dedicated to supporting victims of sexual violence and assault.

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