Chocolat (2000): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Chocolat is a 2000 mystery drama directed by Lasse Hallstrom, starring Alfred Molina. It is partly based on Chocolat by Joanne Harris. It runs 2 hours 1 minute and earned $152.7 million worldwide on a $25 million budget. It won 1 award from 15 nominations, among them 5 Oscar nominations. Critics gave it 64 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.2/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 1m (121 min)
- Director
- Lasse Hallstrom
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Miramax Films
- Budget
- $25M
- Based on
- Chocolat by Joanne Harris
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Chocolat About?
The premise of Chocolat without spoilers, adapted from Chocolat by Joanne Harris. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In a conservative village, a charming woman and her daughter open a chocolate shop, introducing the community to indulgent treats and unconventional delights. Their presence disrupts the rigid customs and deeply ingrained routines of the locals, stirring emotions and unearthing hidden desires. As the aroma of chocolate fills the air, the villagers are forced to confront their own long-held secrets and question the traditions that have defined their lives.
Chocolat Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- chocolate
- france
- village
- food
- chocolate shop
- magical realism
- prejudice
- drifter
- lent
- morality
- church
- single mother
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- female protagonist
- abusive husband
- easter
- pagan
- atheist
- domestic violence
- imaginary friend
- religion
- mother daughter relationship
- based on novel
- cat
- reference to god
- reference to jesus christ
- slow motion scene
- mustached man
- historical romance
- devotion
- love
- questions of morality
- typewriter
- feel good romance
- sex scene
- catholic priest
- 20th century
- daughter
- woman
- young
- hallstrom and dench
- mayor
- marriage
- small town
- tween girl
- single parent
- food in title
- central america
- chili
- yearning
- remedy
Chocolat Cast
Alfred Molina stars in Chocolat. Directed by Lasse Hallstrom.
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Director Lasse Hallstrom
More from Lasse Hallstrom
More films directed by Lasse Hallstrom, best-rated first: My Life as a Dog, What's Eating Gilbert Grape, The Hoax and The Hundred-Foot Journey.
Chocolat Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Chocolat 64 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.2/10.
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IMDb 7.2 /10
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Metacritic 64 Metascore
User score 6.7
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TMDB 70% User score
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Chocolat Plot Summary
What happens in Chocolat from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Vianne Rocher, an accomplished chocolate maker portrayed by Juliette Binoche, embarks on a journey across Europe with her daughter Anouk, played by Victoire Thivisol. In the winter of 1959, they arrive in a quaint French village steeped in tradition, under the strict governance of the local mayor, Comte Paul De Reynaud, played by Alfred Molina. As Vianne opens her chocolate shop, the community is in the midst of observing the forty days of Lent, which does not sit well with Reynaud, who sees her as a threat to their customs.
Full summary
The whole story of Chocolat, scene by scene
Chocolat Box Office & Budget
Chocolat grossed $152.7 million worldwide on a $25 million budget, 6.1 times what it cost. $71.5 million came from the US and Canada and $81.2 million (53%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$152.7M
6.1× its budget
- US & Canada
- $71.5M
- International
- $81.2M
- Budget
- $25M
Chocolat Awards & Nominations
Chocolat won 1 award from 15 nominations, among them 5 Oscar nominations. Its biggest night was the Actor Awards (SAG) 2001, with 1 win from 3 nominations.
1 win15 nominations3 ceremonies
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Actor Awards (SAG) 2001 1 win · 3 nominations- Won Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role – Judi Dench
- Nominated Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture
- Nominated Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role – Juliette Binoche
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BAFTA 2001 7 nominations- Nominated Best Actress in a Leading Role – Juliette Binoche
- Nominated Best Actress in a Supporting Role – Judi Dench and Lena Olin
- Nominated Best Adapted Screenplay
- Nominated Best Cinematography
- Nominated Best Costume Design
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Oscars 2001 5 nominations- Nominated Actress in a Leading Role – Juliette Binoche
- Nominated Actress in a Supporting Role – Judi Dench
- Nominated Best Picture
- Nominated Music (Original Score)
- Nominated Writing (Screenplay Based on Material Previously Produced or Published)
Chocolat Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Chocolat.
How Well Do You Know Chocolat?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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- Question 10: not answered
What is the name of Vianne Rocher's daughter?
Cars in Chocolat
4 cars on screen, including the 1957 Motobécane AV 76 and the 1949 Peugeot 203.
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1957 Motobécane AV 76 Background role -
1949 Peugeot 203 Background role -
1956 Renault Dauphine Background role -
Renault Goélette Background role
Chocolat Also Known As
25 alternative titles, including “Chocolat - Ein kleiner Biss genügt” and “Csokoládé”.
- Also known as
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- Chocolat - Ein kleiner Biss genügt
- Csokoládé
- Шоколад
- Chocolate 2000
- 濃情巧克力
- 情迷朱古力
- 초콜렛
- Chocolate
- Chocolat … ein kleiner Biss genügt
- Pieni suklaapuoti
- Le Chocolat
- 浓情巧克力
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- Čokoláda
- Czekolada
- Σοκολάτα
- שוקולד
- ショコラ
- Çikolata
- Ciocolată cu dragoste
- Šokoladas
- شکلات
- Šokolāde
- Viên Kẹo Ngọt Ngào, შოკოლადი
- หวานนัก...รักช็อคโกแลต
- Čokolada
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Chocolat FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it and awards of Chocolat, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Chocolat?
Chocolat runs 2 hours 1 minute (121 minutes).
When was Chocolat released?
Chocolat was released on December 15, 2000.
Who directed Chocolat?
Chocolat was directed by Lasse Hallstrom.
More films by Lasse Hallstrom Who is in the cast of Chocolat?
Chocolat stars Alfred Molina.
How much did Chocolat make at the box office?
Chocolat grossed $152.7 million worldwide ($71.5 million domestic, $81.2 million international) on a budget of $25 million.
How is Chocolat rated?
Chocolat has 7.2/10 on IMDb, 64 on Metacritic and 70% on TMDB.
Is Chocolat based on a book?
Yes. Chocolat is partly adapted from Chocolat by Joanne Harris.
What awards did Chocolat win?
Chocolat won 1 award from 15 nominations, including Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role at the Actor Awards (SAG) 2001.
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