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Johnny Depp Draws Crowds in Buenos Aires as He Premieres 'Modigliani' and Heads to La Plata Honors

A phone call from Al Pacino set the directing project in motion, with local alliances providing a welcoming platform for his promotional return.

Overview

  • Depp landed in Buenos Aires on November 10 on a private flight from Los Angeles and was greeted at Ezeiza by fans before moving under escort to his lodging.
  • He appeared on Telefe’s Cortá por Lozano on November 11, crediting Al Pacino for urging him to direct the film and thanking supporters, saying “the people have kept me alive.”
  • That evening he attended the Argentine premiere at Cinemark Palermo, where local celebrities turned out and cast member Riccardo Scamarcio joined the presentation.
  • He is scheduled for La Plata events today, including being named a “Visitante Ilustre” by Mayor Julio Alak, a public greeting at the municipal palace, and a masterclass at the Teatro Coliseo Podestá with Scamarcio.
  • Modigliani, tres días en Montparnasse is Depp’s second feature as director, a 72‑hour portrait of Amedeo Modigliani, aligning with his recent shift toward European and independent projects.