Synopsis
In 'Chocolat', a single mother and her six-year-old daughter move to rural France and open a chocolate shop - with Sunday hours - across the street from the local church. Their business and unconventional lifestyle shake up the rigid morality of the community, which is determined not to change. But as the townsfolk discover their delicious products, their attitudes begin to change.
Why Watch It
A woman and her daughter open a chocolate shop in a small French village that shakes up the rigid morality of the community.
Did You Know?
- Johnny Depp played guitar himself in all his musical scenes.
- Juliette Binoche actually learned how to make chocolate for the film.
- Author Joanne Harris has a cameo as a townsfolk member.
- The river in the film is actually the River Dordogne, France.
- The film was nominated for five Academy Awards.
Iconic Quotes
- Things could be different for you, Josephine. You should never accept unhappiness.
- Your cinnamon looks rancid.
- I sell dreams, small comforts, sweet harmless temptations to bring down a multitude of saints.
- Do you have more of those bean things, please?
- What you see before you, mademoiselle, is the result of a lifetime of chocolate.
