Sunday, February 14, 2016
Simple Pleasure Sunday: Watching Chocolat
I adore the film Chocolat. It is a tradition of mine to view it around Lent, which is when the movie takes place. This year, as an Amazon Prime member, I watched it for free on my laptop Monday evening. Sometimes, life can be tough, so watching it took my mind off some awful news for a bit that day. I am grateful. Even though I love this masterpiece, it's surprisingly not one of the seven DVDs I own. It should be the eighth.
This film follows Vianne (Juliette Binoche) and her daughter Anouk who are non-conformist gypsies. The pair move to a traditional French town governed by a strict mayor and open a chocolate shop. Their impact upon the townspeople is revolutionary. It's wonderful that the character development is so strong. I don't even have a favorite part as I love it all! Chocoholic that I am, all the different varieties of chocolate are such a visual pleasure. Plus, I truly adore how Vianne charms everyone. I also have always been a fan of Johnny Depp, who plays a pirate or "River Rat" named Roux and is the one who impacts Vianne's life for a change. I love all the transformation. The messages of the film such as savoring simple pleasures, kindness, and happiness reflect some of my most deeply held values. I highly recommend this enchanting movie. Now is the perfect time to watch it!
I will be in Delaware celebrating my grandmother's 91st birthday this afternoon and evening. Whether your Valentine's Day is filled with love for a sweetheart, yourself, friends or family like me, I truly hope you enjoy this special day.
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One of my favorite movies!
ReplyDeleteMe too!
DeleteI love this movie!
ReplyDeleteI mentioned that watching it last time served as a distraction, so I might have to view it again in order to savor it!
DeleteI'm not sure if I've ever watched this! Need to look into it.
ReplyDeleteI highly recommend this entirely lovely film! Especially at this time of year.
DeleteMy hub bought me this movie a long time ago and I love it!! I'm all for the deep values that you mentioned. Also, I'm such a small town living kind of girl I just need to watch it again, maybe on my flight to SF..
ReplyDeleteCheers!
You do. Johnny Depp will keep you company! :) I think I watched it on my flight to Paris.
DeleteBuon viaggio!