Chocolat(2016)
“The true story of the first black artist.”
Overview
Chocolat the clown, the first black stage performer in France, goes from anonymity to fame after forming an unprecedented duo with fellow performer Footit in the very popular in Belle Epoque Paris. But easy money, gambling, and discrimination take their toll on their friendship and Chocolat's career.
Director
Roschdy Zem
Studio
Gaumont
Budget
$19M
Cast
Omar Sy
as Rafael Padilla, aka Chocolat
James Thierrée
as George Footit
Clotilde Hesme
as Marie Hecquet
Olivier Gourmet
as Joseph Oller
Frédéric Pierrot
as Théodore Delvaux
Noémie Lvovsky
as Yvonne Delvaux
Alice de Lencquesaing
as Camille
Alex Descas
as Victor
Olivier Rabourdin
as Firmin Gemier
Thibault de Montalembert
as Jules Moy
Héléna Soubeyrand
as Régina Badet
Xavier Beauvois
as Jacques Potin
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2016
Runtime
1h 59m
Language
French
Rating
6.8 / 10
Budget
$19M
Production Companies
Gaumont • M6 Films • Mandarin Cinéma
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Where can I watch Chocolat?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Chocolat (2016).
What is Chocolat about?▼
Chocolat the clown, the first black stage performer in France, goes from anonymity to fame after forming an unprecedented duo with fellow performer Footit in the very popular in Belle Epoque Paris. But easy money, gambling, and discrimination take their toll on their friendship and Chocolat's career.
Who directed Chocolat?▼
Chocolat was directed by Roschdy Zem and released in 2016. It is a comedy, drama film.
How long is Chocolat?▼
Chocolat has a runtime of 1 hours and 59 minutes (119 minutes total).
Who stars in Chocolat?▼
The cast of Chocolat includes Omar Sy as Rafael Padilla, aka Chocolat, James Thierrée as George Footit, Clotilde Hesme as Marie Hecquet, Olivier Gourmet as Joseph Oller, Frédéric Pierrot as Théodore Delvaux and more.
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