Johnny Depp’s reaction to seven-minute standing ovation for his new movie is melting hearts everywhere

Johnny Depp has endured arguably the most turbulent period of his long and illustrious career over the past few years, but it would appear the Pirates of the Caribbean star is back with a bang.

It doesn’t seem all that long ago at all that fans were speculating whether we’d ever see Depp in a major on-screen production again. This time last year he was locked in a high-profile court battle with ex-wife Amber Heard, while all manner of private affairs were aired for the world to see.

After winning his defamation case, the actor set his sights on making up for lost time and income with a return to making movies, and earlier this week appeared at the Cannes Film Festival to promote his new film, Jeanne Du Barry.

Though the past couple of years must have been a whirlwind of emotions for the 59-year-old, he will have woken today in good spirits indeed after the event became a resounding success.

As per reports, fans screamed Depp’s name as he took to the red carpet at the Palais – one woman was even said to have broken down in tears in an attempt to get his attention.

Yet it was what happened inside the venue that’s making headlines today after Depp was met with a truly emotional reaction as he walked in alongside Jeanne Du Barry director Maïwenn.

The pair were welcomed by raucous applause and a standing ovation from the gathered audience. Variety say it went on for seven minutes, with Depp visibly struggling to keep his emotions in check.

When Maïwenn addressed the crowd, she said:

“I want to share this moment with my lover, with my producer, with Le Pacte.

“It was a production that was difficult to finance…and I want to share this moment with all my team across the theater.”