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Like Water for Chocolate

Like Water for Chocolate Movie Overview

Like Water for Chocolate is a Drama, Romance movie. On IMDb it has rating of 7.258/10, on the basis of 505 votes.

Director of the Movie: Alfonso Arau

Producer of the Movie: Alfonso Arau

Like Water for Chocolate Plot

Tita is passionately in love with Pedro, but her controlling mother forbids her from marrying him. When Pedro marries her sister, Tita throws herself into her cooking and discovers she can transfer her emotions through the food she prepares, infecting all who eat it with her intense heartbreak.

Quick Facts

Let’s explore some fascinating details about this movie:

  • Release Date: 1992-04-16
  • Runtime: 105 minutes
  • Budget: $2,000,000
  • Box Office Collection: $21,744,201
  • Languages: English, Español

Like Water for Chocolate Cast & Characters

The movie showcases amazing performances by these talented actors:

  • Lumi Cavazos: as Tita
  • Regina Torné: as Elena
  • Ada Carrasco: as Nacha
  • Marco Leonardi: as Pedro Muzquiz
  • Mario Iván Martínez: as Doctor John Brown
  • Claudette Maillé: as Gertrudis
  • Yareli Arizmendi: as Rosaura
  • Joaquín Garrido: as Sergeant Treviño
  • Pilar Aranda: as Chencha
  • Rodolfo Arias: as Juan Alejándrez

Production Details

Let’s take a look at the talented creators and locations that brought this movie to life:

  • The movie is brought to you by these production companies: Aviacsa, Cinevista
  • The movie was filmed at these stunning locations: Mexico
  • The breathtaking visuals were crafted by these talented cinematographers: N/A

Critical Reception

The movie has attracted a lot of attention from both viewers and critics. Here’s a quick look at how it’s being received:

  • IMDb Rating: 7.258/10 based on 505 votes
  • Audience Reception: The reviews emphasize what makes the movie stand out and how it manages to grab the audience’s attention.

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Why Watch?

Curious about why you should watch this? Like Water for Chocolate? If you’re a fan of Drama, Romance, this film brings something truly unique to the table. With exceptional performances, an engaging storyline, and unforgettable moments, it’s a movie that will definitely leave a lasting impression.

Rampukar Ray

About the Author: Rampukar Ray

Rampukar is a passionate movie reviewer with a strong academic background in film theory and media studies. A graduate in Mass Communication from Polygon College, Kathmandu, he honed his skills in analyzing and critiquing cinema. With a deep love for storytelling and an eye for detail, Rampukar currently shares his insights through engaging movie reviews for MoviesWood, captivating audiences with his unique perspective on films.

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