THE DARK SIDE OF CHOCOLATE | NESTLÉ’S CHILD LABOR SCANDAL

Cinemavixion Review

This documentary, 'The Dark Side of Chocolate,' directed by Miki Mistrati and U. Roberto Romano, delves into the grim realities of child labor within the cocoa industry. Released in 2010, it unflinchingly examines the exploitation and trafficking of children in Ghana and the Ivory Coast, regions responsible for a significant portion of the world's cocoa supply. The film highlights the stark contrast between global pledges to eradicate child labor and the persistent, deeply entrenched issues on the ground. It scrutinizes the chocolate industry's commitments, noting that despite agreements and partnerships aimed at eliminating forced labor by targets like 2008 and 2020, millions of children remained in exploitative conditions as of 2019. Through investigations and testimonies, the documentary serves as a potent critique of the industry's accountability, revealing the human cost behind a beloved commodity and underscoring the unfulfilled promises of meaningful change.