"Chocolat" is a 2000 film directed by Lasse Hallström, and it was indeed distributed by Miramax Films. The movie stars Juliette Binoche, Johnny Depp, and Judi Dench. It tells the story of Vianne Rocher, a woman who opens a chocolate shop in a conservative French village, bringing about change and challenging the community's traditions. The film received critical acclaim for its performances and was nominated for several Academy Awards, including Best Picture.