Plot
Dior: Sauvage – Legend of the Magic Hour follows the story of a mysterious wanderer, portrayed by Johnny Depp, as he searches for personal transformation and natural beauty in the desert. Guided by instincts and the mystical landscape, he moves through twilight hours that blend legend and reality, embodying the spirit of the fragrance “Sauvage.”
Cast
- Johnny Depp as The Wanderer
Crew
- Director: Jean-Baptiste Mondino
- Producer: Dior
- Music: Original composition by Ry Cooder
Trivia
- Filmed entirely in the American desert, emphasizing Sauvage’s natural, untamed inspiration.
- Johnny Depp performed his own guitar compositions during production, underscoring the film’s authenticity.
- The campaign celebrates Depp’s long-standing collaboration with Dior, exemplifying the spirit of freedom.
Release Dates
- Worldwide: September 1, 2021
Filming Locations
- Joshua Tree National Park, California
Ratings
IMDb: 7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes (Audience): 85%
Age Rating
PG (for mild thematic elements)
Synopsis
The campaign film presents Johnny Depp as a solitary figure journeying through vast, untouched landscapes. Representing freedom and authenticity, Depp’s portrayal resonates with Dior’s values, capturing the essence of their fragrance, Sauvage. Depp’s sincere connection to nature and introspective moments at the “magic hour” provide the audience with a powerful, moving visual experience.
