The late 80s to early 90s were a great time for Johnny Depp.
After fantastic performances in films such as Platoon, What’s Eating Gilbert Grape, and Ed Wood to name a few, it was only natural for him to explore other aspects of the movies where he could shine.
He tried his hand in filmmaking for the first and only time in The Brave, a forgotten neo-Western that was at the receiving end of harsh criticism.
Having the great Marlon Brando couldn’t save the film from reviews despising the camera’s affliction with Depp’s physical appearance and its molasses-like pace.
Contrary to popular belief, Depp’s directorial debut is not devoid of anything significant, as it has a few things going for it, particularly an emotional core that a lot of people might find relatable.
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