Composer

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Rachel Portman

Genre

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Film

Style

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Film Score

Compose Date

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2000

Average_duration

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35:43

Movement_count

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16

Movement ....

Chocolat is a film soundtrack composed by Rachel Portman for the 2000 romantic drama film of the same name. The film was directed by Lasse Hallström and starred Juliette Binoche, Johnny Depp, and Judi Dench. The soundtrack was released on January 31, 2000, by Sony Classical. The soundtrack features 15 tracks, each of which captures the essence of the film's setting and characters. The first track, "Minor Swing," sets the tone for the film with its upbeat and playful melody. The second track, "Main Titles," is a more somber and reflective piece that introduces the film's main themes. The soundtrack is divided into three movements, each of which corresponds to a different aspect of the film. The first movement, "The Village," features tracks that capture the quaint and charming atmosphere of the small French village where the film takes place. The second movement, "The Chocolate Shop," features tracks that capture the sensual and indulgent nature of the chocolate shop run by the film's protagonist, Vianne Rocher. The third movement, "The River," features tracks that capture the more mystical and spiritual aspects of the film, as well as the growing romance between Vianne and the film's male lead, Roux. The soundtrack's overall characteristics are whimsical, romantic, and evocative. Portman's use of strings, piano, and accordion creates a distinctly French sound that perfectly captures the film's setting. The soundtrack also features several vocal tracks, including "Minor Swing" and "Vianne Sets Up Shop," which add to the film's playful and romantic atmosphere. Overall, Rachel Portman's soundtrack for Chocolat is a beautiful and evocative work that perfectly captures the film's setting, characters, and themes. Its playful melodies and romantic undertones make it a perfect accompaniment to the film, and a must-listen for fans of both film and music.

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