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Johnny Depp Reflects on Winning Iconic 'Edward Scissorhands' Role

Depp details his journey from TV star to Tim Burton's muse, beating out Hollywood heavyweights for the 1990 film.

  • Depp reveals he almost didn't audition for 'Edward Scissorhands' due to stiff competition from actors like Tom Cruise and Tom Hanks.
  • The role marked a significant shift in Depp's career, moving away from his teen idol image on '21 Jump Street'.
  • Depp describes an emotional connection to the character, which he felt was a perfect fit for him.
  • The actor and director Tim Burton formed a lasting professional relationship, collaborating on numerous projects.
  • The revelations come from a new docuseries about Burton, premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival.
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