Depp

by Christopher Heard

Taking Johnny Depp fans on a wild ride, this book chronicles the actor's ups and downs, pinnacles and depths. Explored are Depp's turbulent childhood in Kentucky, his leap into the limelight on TV's 21 Jump Street, and, finally, his extraordinary success in some of his generation's best films. From Edward Scissorhands and What's Eating Gilbert Grape? to Donnie Brasco, Ed Wood, and Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, no other actor his age has such an incredibly diverse resume. Exploring his roles in these films and his relationships with their directors, this compelling book also provides the details of Depp's personal life-from his young marriage, through his years as tattooed Winona Ryder escort and as Kate Moss' paramour to his current status as proud Parisian papa and Vanessa Paradis' lover. Scrutinizing Johnny's shifts as media darling and tabloid target and sifting the truth from the trash in what's been said about him, this is the definitive biography of one of this generation's most important, most impassioned, and most independent stars.

255 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 1, 2001

Reviews

[Megan McKinnon · Rating 2 out of 5]

It took me awhile to get through this. I wasn’t a fan of the writer. I also didn’t need movie scene play by plays, as I know what happens in his movies. I honestly skipped a lot just because there was a lot of unnecessary content and the writing style. I know I’d prefer something from Depp’s perspective rather than some quotes from interviews.

[Owl-purple · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading this biography. I've always been an admirer of Johnny Depp's talent as an actor in so many movies. This book gives us a good insight on his work ethics and how he is described by some of his peers and directors in the film industry.

[Mahaila · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book. Easy to read and humorous at parts. I'm a fan of Johnny Depp so I was interested in knowing more about his life, and what makes him tick.

[Caitlin · Rating 2 out of 5]

An interesting read, but badly written.

[Molly K · Rating 2 out of 5]

I love Johnny Depp, but biographys are not always that fun to read.