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Depp finds therapy in Sweeney flick


Depp finds therapy in Sweeney flick

Johnny Depp has admitted he finds acting therapeutic.The actor, who's teamed up with long-time collaborator and director Tim Burton for the drama Sweeney Todd, said: "With every character you play there is some opportunity for therapy in a sense."There is exploration to some degree, exorcism in a way."The new film is based on the hit Broadway musical and fans will even get the chance to hear Depp sing.On the star's vocal chops, Burton said: "He did surprise me. It was better than I thought so that is always an exciting surprise."Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street opens in the UK on January 25.© Independent Television News Limited 2007. All rights reserved.

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