Omar Sy
Rafael Padilla
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Chocolat is a 2016 French drama film directed by Roschdy Zem and starring Omar Sy and James Thiérrée . Synopsis. [] The clown Chocolat becomes, in 1886, the first black artist of the French scene. Plot. [] In 1897, a black man, the son of former Cuban slave, plays a small role as the cannibal Kananga in the modest circus Delvaux.
Chocolat: Directed by Roschdy Zem. With Omar Sy, James Thierrée, Clotilde Hesme, Olivier Gourmet. The rise and fall of the famous clown Chocolat, the first black circus performer who revolutionised the stagnant circus acts and conquered Paris of the Belle Époque with his exuberance and originality.
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- Biography, Drama
- Roschdy Zem
- 2016-02-03
When mysterious Vianne and her child arrive in a tranquil French town in the winter of 1959, no one could have imagined the impact that she and her spirited daughter would have on the community...
- (119)
- Lasse Hallström
- PG-13
- Juliette Binoche
From circus to theatre, from anonymity to fame, Chocolat is the incredible true story of how Rafael Padilla Chocolat (Omar Sy), escaped slavery to become the first black stage performer...
The life story of Rafael Padilla, a former slave in Cuba, who unexpectedly became a star clown in the Paris of the Belle Epoque. Discovered in a small country circus in the North of France by George Footit, a British clown and acrobat, he formed a successful duo with him, 'Footit and Chocolat'.
Feb 3, 2016 · 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.
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In her very unusual chocolate shop, she creates mouth-watering confections that almost magically inspire the straitlaced villagers to abandon themselves to temptation and happiness. When a handsome Irish Gypsy arrives in town, Vianne is finally able to recognize her own desires. Watch Now.
