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The true story of the first black artist. - Chocolat
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Title: Chocolat

Release Date: 3 Feb 2016

Runtime: 1h 59m

Genre: Comedy, Drama

Director: Gaumont, M6 Films, Mandarin Cinéma

Production Companies: Gaumont, M6 Films, Mandarin Cinéma

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.

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Ratings

Average Vote: 6.849 (724 votes)

Cast

  • Rafael Padilla, aka Chocolat: Omar Sy
  • George Footit: James Thierrée
  • Marie Hecquet: Clotilde Hesme
  • Joseph Oller: Olivier Gourmet
  • Théodore Delvaux: Frédéric Pierrot
  • Yvonne Delvaux: Noémie Lvovsky
  • Camille: Alice de Lencquesaing
  • Victor: Alex Descas
  • Firmin Gemier: Olivier Rabourdin
  • Jules Moy: Thibault de Montalembert
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