Film
Chocolat (2016)
The true story of the first black artist.
Comedy, Drama· Directed by Roschdy Zem· 119 min
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.
Connections
Top billing
- 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