Cannes 2023: Historical drama 'Jeanne du Barry' opens festival's 76th edition

The 76th Cannes Film Festival opens this Tuesday with French director Maïwenn's historical drama "Jeanne du Barry". The film tells the story of the mistress of French king Louis XV, starring Maïwenn in the title role and Johnny Depp as Louis XV. Film critic Emma Jones tells us more about the movie and also about the seven female directors who are in competition this year at Cannes – a record for the festival.