Review of Chocolat (2000) by Colin H — 30 Jun 2010
A quirky journey of self-discovery and passion through chocolate!
While I was very reserved about this, I found myself quickly involved with this quirky, romantic story set in a rural town in Italy. While few of the actors are in fact Italian, you aren't so bothered by the fact.
A woman and her daughter arrive at a fiercely religious town, just in time for lent, to set up a chocolate shop. Tempers quickly flare from traditionalists condemning this woman as a seductress, yet the troubled townsfolk, who have been overly policed in matters of morality, take the opportunity for escapism.
With magnetic performances and a rich - indeed chocolate-y - cinematography, the film made me laugh and think about what life's all about.
This review of Chocolat (2000) was written by Colin H on 30 Jun 2010.
Chocolat has generally received positive reviews.
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