To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a webbrowser that supports HTML5video Johnny Depp spoke of his ‘sometimes tragic’ time in the spotlight as he was honored with the global contribution to motion picture trophy at the National Film Awards. The Pirates of the Caribbean actor was celebrated for his comeback movie, Jeanne du Barry , which was released earlier this year after premiering at Cannes Film Festival last May. The French film, starring and directed by Maïwenn, marked the 61-year-old’s first major role since winning his highly-publicized defamation trial against ex-wife Amber Heard in the US in 2022.
However, it was met with mixed reviews from critics , with Metro.co.uk suggesting that it was ‘not Depp’s finest hour’.
Following the role , the Hollywood star was awarded with the global contribution to motion picture award, and accepted the gong with a speech at Thursday night’s ceremony. Appearing in a pre-recorded message, he said: ‘Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to speak to you today. I feel very lucky, and I feel very honored that you – all of you – allow me to still continue to do the work that I love to do.
‘The work that I do is inspired by all of you who have been along on this long road and comprehended. ‘It’s always especially humbling when recognition for your endeavors comes directly from the hearts of the people, the hearts and minds who’ve joined me on this long mystical, magical, so.
