Like Water for Chocolate
“A tale of forbidden love and mysterious gifts”
Synopsis
Tita, who lives on a ranch in Mexico, falls in love with a boy, Pedro, who lives nearby; but when they want to get married, Tita's family prevents it, because she must remain single to take care of her mother.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2023-03-03
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Francesca Hayward
Tita
Laura Morera
Mama Elena
Mayara Magri
Rosaura
Meaghan Grace Hinkis
Gertrudis
Marcelino Sambé
Pedro
Matthew Ball
Dr. John Brown
Christina Arestis
Nacha
Cesar Corrales
Juan Alejandrez
Gary Avis
Don Pasqual
Isabella Gasparini
Chencha
Joseph Sissens
José
Annette Buvoli
Elena's Mother
Bennet Gartside
Elena's Father
Tomas Mock
Elena's Brother #1
Harris Bell
Nacha's Former Lover
Kevin Emerton
Elena's Brother #2
Lukas B. Brændsrød
Juan de la Garza
Tasha Patterson
Esperanza
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 23, 2023
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ross MacGibbon
- Screenplay & Story
- Christopher Wheeldon, Joby Talbot, Laura Esquivel
- Original Score
- Joby Talbot
- Original Title
- Like Water for Chocolate
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Production Studios
- Royal Opera House
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ross MacGibbon
Christopher Wheeldon, Joby Talbot, Laura Esquivel
Joby Talbot
Department Leadership Roster
Bob Crowley
Costume Design
Christopher Wheeldon
Writer
Joby Talbot
Writer
Joby Talbot
Original Music Composer
Ross MacGibbon
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Like Water for Chocolate
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What is Like Water for Chocolate about?
Tita, who lives on a ranch in Mexico, falls in love with a boy, Pedro, who lives nearby; but when they want to get married, Tita's family prevents it, because she must remain single to take care of her mother.
Who directed Like Water for Chocolate?
Like Water for Chocolate was directed by Ross MacGibbon.
Who stars in Like Water for Chocolate?
The principal cast of Like Water for Chocolate includes Francesca Hayward, Laura Morera, Mayara Magri, Meaghan Grace Hinkis, Marcelino Sambé.
When was Like Water for Chocolate released and how long is it?
Like Water for Chocolate was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 58m.
Who composed the musical score for Like Water for Chocolate?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Like Water for Chocolate was composed by Joby Talbot.
Is Like Water for Chocolate based on a book or true story?
Like Water for Chocolate is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Laura Esquivel".