Chocolate plays supporting role in two Sunset flicks
Advertiser Staff Gannett News Service
Sweet treats on the big screen are scheduled at this weekend's pair of Sunset on the Beach events at Queen's Surf Beach, Waikiki.
Tonight's film is "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory," starring Gene Wilder as the mysterious candymaker who gives a special and sometimes bizarre tour to five youngsters. Of course, the updated version, "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," is in theaters now, starring Johnny Depp as Wonka.
Tomorrow's movie is "Chocolat," starring Juliette Binoche and voila! Johnny Depp; she opens a chocolate shop in rural France, he is a gypsy who might win her heart.
Besides films, Sunset on the Beach offers food booths and entertainment. It all begins at 4 p.m., with the films screening after the sun goes down. Admission is free. 923-1094.
"Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory" starring Gene Wilder
will be screened when the sun goes down today at Sunset on the Beach in Waikiki.