The Film History of Johnny Depp Quiz

Answer: A Nightmare on Elm Street

In 1984's 'A Nightmare on Elm Street', directed by Wes Craven, Johnny Depp plays Glen Lantz, one of the victim's of Robert Englund's horror icon Freddy Krueger. Is it ironic or not that Johnny Depp's idiosyncratic film career began thanks to a quirky filmmaker like Wes Craven?

Answer: Oliver Stone

Depp was just a part of a magnificent cast in this, the best of Stone's Vietnam War trilogy. Alongside Depp, who played Private Lerner, appeared Willem Davoe, Tom Berenger, Charlie Sheen, Forest Whitaker and a number of other terrific character actors.

Answer: Cry-Baby

Johnny Depp really shines in this oddball 1990 John Waters film (Is that redundant?) that also features appearances by Ricki Lake, Iggy Pop, Willem Dafoe, Polly Bergen, Troy Donahue and Patty Hearst (yes, *the* Patty Hearst!) Even if you aren't a John Waters fan, check it out just for fun.

Answer: Winona Ryder

In Depp's most outlandish performance yet (and perhaps ever), he played Mr. Scissorhands, a truly tragic figure. Some interesting tidbits about this role...Depp only had to say 169 words for the role, a role that required him to lose 25 pounds so he could fit in Edward's tight leather costume.

Answer: Ed Wood

Johnny Depp is marvelous in the title role of this film that also features an outstanding, Academy Award-winning portrayal of Bela Lugosi by Martin Landau. Depp claims that his inspiration for this role came from three sources: the 'blind optimism' of Ronald Reagan, the enthusiasm of Jack Haley's Tin Man character in 'The Wizard of Oz' and famous music DJ Casey Kasem. Personally, I think he sounds a lot like Jon Lovitz!

Answer: Yes

Alongside film veteran Al Pacino and character actors Michael Madsen, Bruno Kirby and James Russo, Depp helped bring the real-life character Donnie Brasco (aka Joe Pistone) to life on the big screen. This film showed that not only could Depp handle a role with more gravitas, but that he was one of the most versatile young performers of the day.

Answer: Terry Gilliam

Like Tim Burton, Terry Gilliam is known for his selection of unusual themes and strange imagery...thus, Johnny Depp would fit right into one of his films. 'Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas' is based on the book by Hunter S. Thompson, and Depp's character is essentially based on Thompson himself. Depp headlines a magnificent cast in this film that also includes Benicio Del Toro, Ellen Barkin, Christina Ricci and several other notables.

Answer: Juliette Binoche

Johnny Depp plays Roux, the love interest for the Juliette Binoche character Vianne Rocher. Depp further accentuated his versatility as an entertainer by playing guitar for the film's soundtrack. Funny thing...Johnny Depp is not a big fan of fancy chocolates, at least according to the audio commentary for the film.

Answer: George Jung

The Ted Demme-directed film 'Blow', from 2001, featured Depp as George Jung, a sympathetic but yet rather unsavory individual who made and lost millions on the cocaine trade beginning in the 1970s. Penélope Cruz and Paul Reubens (aka Pee Wee Herman) also appear and make their mark in this film.

Answer: Keith Richards

Depp's nomination for a Best Actor Oscar for 'Pirates' was, stunningly, his first. Though he did not win, the critical acclaim he received for his performance as Captain Jack assured Depp of pretty much any movie role he might be interested in claiming, along with a huge paycheck for these future roles. Fortunately, knowing Mr. Depp, we can look forward to more weird stuff from this actor sui generis.

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