Is Depp Getting Thin?

Watch this clip…

If you’re not familiar with the above clip, The Thin Man series is a film franchise from the late ’30’s that features William Powell and Myrna Loy as Nick and Nora Charles.  Nick is a successful detective who retires when he meets and marries the very wealthy Nora.  Nick’s desire to enjoy life as a retired socialite is perpetually jeopardized by Nora’s desire for adventure.  The alcohol-fueled repartee is a staple of the franchise and a large part of its popularity.

Now imagine Johnny Depp playing Nick Charles.  An unconfirmed rumor from Vulture, has Johnny Depp putting the full court press on  Rob Marshall to direct a new version of The Thin Man with Johnny in the lead.  I don’t doubt Depp could do the role ample justice.  He’s a magnificent character actor who wears his quirk on his sleeve.  In fact, I doubt there are many other actors who could fill William Powell’s gin-soaked shoes in this role.