Chocolat

In a small French village, Vianne Rocher, a free-spirited single mother, and her young daughter Anouk move in and open a chocolate shop during Lent. Despite the townsfolk's initial resistance, Vianne's delectable creations and unique ability to sense their hidden cravings gradually win them over. However, the mayor, Comte de Reynaud, opposes her business due to its tempting nature during Lent. Vianne befriends Josephine, who's being abused by her husband Serge, and helps her find the courage to leave him. A group of Romani people arrives in town and forms a bond with Vianne. Tensions between Vianne and Reynaud escalate as she opens her heart to Roux, the Romani leader. When Serge sets fire to Josephine's boat after a birthday party for Armande on Roux's boat that night ,Vianne is shaken but unharmed; Armande dies peacefully at home; Luc discovers his grandmother's death devastating both him & his mother; Roux consoles Anouk as they all come together overcome their differences through shared experiences & sweet temptations at the chocolate shop

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Chocolat was released in theaters on January 19, 2001.