Johnny Depp’s most memorable scenes involving risk and chance
For a long time now, Johnny Depp has been delivering mesmerizing movie performances. This has seen him bring his talents to a list of iconic roles – from his breakthrough turn as Edward Scissorhands to Ichabod Crane, Gellert Grindelwald, Captain Jack Sparrow and more.
One thing that really hooks people into the actor’s films is the rebellious and exciting feel many of them have. Nothing sums this up better than Depp’s most famous movie scenes that involve risk and chance.
Let’s take a closer look at just which scenes like this stand out most, and see his character risking it all on the silver screen.
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998)
1998’s Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas easily stands out as one of Johnny Depp’s most memorable movies. Based on the book by Hunter S Thompson, it’s full of visual flourishes, creative storytelling and garish colors. Depp seems to really enjoy playing Raoul Duke and brings his usual charisma to the role.
One memorable scene involving risk sees Duke staggering through a circus-themed casino with his friend Dr Gonzo, high on drugs. They risk financial ruin while playing under the influence and also risk the wrath of other casino patrons who they manage to upset. It also sees them risking their own sanity, as they try to work out if what they’re seeing is real or just an illusion created by their addled minds!







