Depp was one of my favorite actors in the 80s and 90s. His work in stuff like What’s Eating Gilbert Grape?, Benny and Joon, Ed Wood, etc. was superb. He’s still a very talented actor, but I think his super-stardom from those silly Pirates movies has been a two-edged sword.
I also never thought I’d say this, but maybe it’s time for Depp and Burton to part ways. Sweeney Todd was pretty good, but most of the stuff they’ve done together in the last decade or so has been a disappointment - Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, especially.
Agree with you, 100%! I hate to admit this to too many people, but ED WOOD is my second favorite movie. Brilliant with a huge heart, about friendship.