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E' il 1959. La tranquilla e monotona vita a Lasquenet, piccolo paese della provincia francese, è turbata dall'arrivo di Vianne Rochet. La giovane donna, con al seguito la figlia piccola Anouk, prende in affitto un fondo abbandonato e comincia a rimetterlo in piedi. Di lì a poco il locale prende le forme di una invitante e accattivante pasticceria. Vianne è bravissima e sia il bancone che la vetrina si riempiono di deliziosi cioccolatini lavorati in cento modi diversi. Ma tutto questo attira l'attenzione non proprio favorevole del sindaco, il conte di Raynaud, il quale si reca al negozio e invita Vianne a moderare la sua attività. Il conte tiene la vita del paese sotto il freno di regole rigide e immutabili, scandite dalla vita della chiesa secondo un rituale cui si adegua anche il giovane parroco, il quale porta a lui i discorsi da tenere alle messe per le opportune revisioni. Intanto però alcuni abitanti cominciano a trovare nella pasticceria un insperato momento di conforto. Così Josephine scappa dal marito manesco e trova il coraggio per restare da Vianne, Armande, l'anziana proprietaria del locale, si ferma per confidarsi, e sembra una donna robusta finché la figlia Caroline non rivela che ha il diabete ad uno stadio avanzato. Anche Luc, il figlio di Caroline, trova nel negozio l'atmosfera giusta per dedicarsi al disegno, la sua passione. Lungo il fiume è segnalato l'arrivo di un gruppo di zingari. Il consiglio comunale si riunisce e il conte sostiene che bisogna mandarli via. Dopo il pranzo per la festa dei settanta anni di Armande, il cuore della donna non regge più. Intanto qualcuno ha appiccato il fuoco ai barconi degli zingari e Vianne, che si era appartata con uno di loro, passa un grosso spavento per...
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41 of 44 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Delicious! A delightful fantasy of life, love, the power of desire, and the fight of good and evil. Eating chocolate during lent is used as a metaphor for breaking through oppressive tradition and living life with no prejudices. As the priest says - judge youself by what you embrace, not what you deny. The film is a magical humourous whimsy set in a "never-was" french village brimming over with slightly unreal characters. Juliet Binoche, Alfred Molina, Lena Olin and Judi Dench are delightful in their roles - Alfred Molina especially good as the driven but tragic Mayor, keeping the character from being a pantomime villain. Leslie Caron is still as radiant as she was in Gigi, and Johnny Depp ties with Juliet Binoche for the title of most beautiful person on the planet! Although he's probably a better guitar player.
The DVD transfer shows off the deep rich textures of the chocolate and the town to perfection, and enhances the musical score, which is almost a character in itself. The extra material is welcome, though a little lightweight - the commentary by director and producers is informative, although a few members of the cast would have enhanced it. The deleted scenes looked very interesting, but the sound on them was unfortunately inaudible. The documentary was the usual entertaining fluff. I would still recommend the DVD over the video, though, if only for the perfect picture and sound.
It's interesting that all the Brits reviewing the film on Amazon.co.uk praise it for it's eccentricities and fantasy, whereas all the americans on Amazon.com damn it for being unrealistic and manipulative. A film for dreamers, not cynics, perhaps?...
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By J Casson
Format:DVD
This film is simply lovely. The portrayal of a village's journey from being a repressed, almost Victorian, community to a vibrant, colourful 1950s liberation is beautiful. The transformation is brought about through the arrival of Vianne, who brings the passionate world of Chocolaterie to the pleasure-denied village.
What happens next is a journey the whole village is taken on, as they each in turn embrace or struggle with change. With actors including Johnny Depp, Juliet Binoche and Judi Dench, this film cannot disappoint. The narration makes it sounds almost fairytale-esque, adding to the magic of this beautiful story.
I recommend it to chocolate lovers, vintage-era lovers, Johnny Depp fans, and absolutely anyone who enjoys a good story told through film. It is slightly risque in parts, so I think the 12 rating is appropriate, but is certainly suitable for teenagers.
A lovely, heartwarming film - enjoy with a cup of cocoa and chocolate biscuit!
What happens next is a journey the whole village is taken on, as they each in turn embrace or struggle with change. With actors including Johnny Depp, Juliet Binoche and Judi Dench, this film cannot disappoint. The narration makes it sounds almost fairytale-esque, adding to the magic of this beautiful story.
I recommend it to chocolate lovers, vintage-era lovers, Johnny Depp fans, and absolutely anyone who enjoys a good story told through film. It is slightly risque in parts, so I think the 12 rating is appropriate, but is certainly suitable for teenagers.
A lovely, heartwarming film - enjoy with a cup of cocoa and chocolate biscuit!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By LUCY LOCKETT
Format:DVD
Have not read the book so cannot make any comparisons but have now seen the film twice and enjoyed it even more on the second viewing. If only all narrow minded and bigoted people were that easily converted life would be much easier! The cast seems just perfect to me with everyone having fun in their role. Can imagine that I will be watching it again one day.
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Nice little film
This film has a slightly unusual storyline. Vianne, (Juliette Binoche) arrives with her daughter in a small French town and goes about setting up a shop making and selling... Read more
Published 10 days ago by PeeJay
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On time and as described.
one of my favourite films - arrived on time - in good order - with extras that the video didn't have - so I am happy
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Great Film
Moving from DVD and this is one of my favourite films - the books great to read or listen to
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One of my favourite re-watch films of all time. Perfect performances by all, stunning scenery, good moral story line about compassion and humanity. Read more
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Published 1 month ago by neal
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Fab film
I loved this at the cinema so great to own my own copy.I would recommend this to any chocoholic.It has a great cast.
Published 1 month ago by Aimestar
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Night of enjoyment
Very enjoyable film suitable for all the family to watch or just sit with my wife to watch and enjoy.
Published 2 months ago by john crowder
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Chat and Chocolate
Our church chose CHOCOLAT as a discussion starter on the Sunday evening before Lent (we were not so cruel as to introduce it DURING Lent) and the evening was accompanied with as... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mrs. Judith L. Robinson
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My favorite.
I have watched this an embarrasing ammount of times, too good for me to review. I would think most people would find someting in this film to enjoy, the French setting, the humour,... Read more
Published 2 months ago by anna albery-holmes
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