Chocolat (2000), Lasse Hallstrom

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Genre: Drama, Romance
Overall Rating:

(out of 5)

This movie is both heart-warming and... kinda moving too.  Its entertaining and sweet.  This is probably more of a movie to watch with family, or even some girlfriends.  

The Story:

(out of 5)

1 Point: Interesting

2 Points: Original

1 Point: Unpredictable

1 Point: OMGZ

A woman who "travels with the wind" tries to make a life for herself and her daughter by setting up a chocolate shop in a French village.  The local church denounces the shop as a sinful luxury, and the woman struggles to stay afloat in a world with blind morality.

Characters:

(out of 5)

1 Point: Well-Played

1 Point: Original

1 Point: Relatable

1 Point: Emotional Attachment

1 Point: OMGZ

Caroline Clairmont (Carrie-Anne Moss): The stubborn woman who wishes to show the town the wonders of chocolate.

Francoise Drou (Helene Cardona): A local woman, imprisoned by her roudy husband, who falls in love with the chocolate shop.

Believability:

(out of 5)

1 Point: No Disbelief

1 Point: Well-Explained

1 Point: Characters Fit Conceivably

1 Point: Not Foolishly Omniscient

1 Point: OMGZ

I don't see how its not believable, really.  Its just a cute story.

Weight:

(out of 5)
1 Point: Relatable Lives
1 Point: Relatable Choices
1 Point: "Wow" Moments
1 Point: Lasting
1 Point: OMGZ

Its funny and entertaining, but nothing that will last a life time.

Visual:

(out of 5)
2 Points: Visual Quality
1 Point: Unique Visual Perspective
1 Point: Special Effects
1 Point: OMGZ

Nothing unique, but quality.