About Chocolat
- Year Released:
- 1988
- Genres:
- Drama
- Metadata:
- Directed by Claire Denis
Claire Denis draws from her childhood
experiences in West Africa when her father was
stationed there as a French Official. A young
woman who returns to Africa recalls a formidable
childhood incident, when stranded travelers were
forced to stay with her parents. They include a
newly married couple, a former priest, a wealthy
plantation owner and his black concubine. Paired
with the host family and their dignified houseboy,
Protee, the group spans class and race, and in
close quarters demonstrate power struggles in a
prejudiced society. A line is there, but not there. (35mm presentation)
French language with English subtitles.
