Christopher Adamson, Claire Danes, Geoffrey Rush

No justice, no peace: Victor Hugo's sweeping tale of revolutionary France, crime, punishment, flight, fear, persecution, redemption and love.

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PG-13, 2 hrs.

Directed by: Bille August

Release Date: May 1, 1998

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DVD Release Date: November 3, 1998

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  • August 30, 2009
    Much more dramatic then the 1978 version. I like this one much better. I really do need to read the novel though so I can compare which stays closest to the book. Wow, I just realize that I still have to see two more versions to make a complete analysis. I knew I needed to se...( read more)e the original but I didn't know there was one also done in the 1950's. Every twenty years another one comes out. Geez...
  • May 29, 2009
    Loved the cast. Leam Neeson isn't usually a favorite of mine, but his character was so darn likable you have to love him, sort of like Will Smith in 7 Pounds. I feel very drawn to selfless characters lately, maybe because I suck. Anyways, Uma Thurman is hot and dirty looking, ...( read more)and her role is short lived. Geoffry Rush is a perfect mirror image of Neeson's character, and absolutely belevable as usual. Great stuff.
  • March 25, 2009
    Against my will, I went to see this movie at the theater, nearly 11 years ago.
    I've watched it again today, and felt compelled to write a few words about it.

    As I haven't read Hugo's novel, although I'm familiar with the basics of it, I'm more or less comfortable to talk about t...( read more)his movie without being biased or prejudiced.

    Les Miserables fits into a category that doesn't usually catch my eye, but it's definitely worth checking out, IMO. Although, at times, you can't help but having the feeling that it's rushing things (which is, to some degree, understandable, considering the whole adaptation process), this movie is able to create an incredible amount of emotional tension - especially in its first part - that keeps you from looking anywhere else but the screen. The scenarios bring you back in time, the main storyline is gripping to say the least, and the actors' work is flawless.

    Well, actually, let me rephrase that.
    Most of the actors' work is flawless.
    But - and although I DO understand the need for their existence - Claire Danes and Hans Matheson make feel the awkward urge to puke.

    Over them.

    However, don't let this last bit keep you from watching this gem, as it clearly has a lot to offer, and it can safely be regarded as an emotional and intense journey a couple of centuries back in time.

    Plus, your stomach is probably stronger.
  • October 25, 2008
    I love it!!! I think the cast is fantastic, the story (of course) is brilliant, and the general feel of it makes for a well-done film. About an overlooked event in French history, it's perfection (esp. for a French major!)
  • January 18, 2008
    Decent movie, a little too boring for me
  • October 18, 2009
    Uma Thurmon? Maybe I'll watch.
  • October 10, 2009
    Incredible, incredible end.
  • October 4, 2009
    I like it because he was saved by a catholic priest.
  • October 2, 2009
    this is such a good movie, suspense good acting very exciting!!!
  • September 28, 2009
    a pretty lavish adaptation of Victor Hugo's greatest story about redemption.,great!

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  • asmatmartin
    May 3, 2009
    I love this movie so much!!! but I was try to looking for it but I cant find it. May some one give it to me?
  • pavacri23
    February 14, 2008
    is good, but could be better with more details from the book
  • VilaVila
    August 16, 2007
    Simply Amazing. Not comparable to the Vicotr's Hugo story, but any book is compared to the movie (except for Jaws). This is the best example that, when you are criticizing a movie, you are being critc with THE MOVIE, not with the book. Rush and Neeson are amazing here.
  • Emzi07
    December 28, 2006
    read the book, seen the film going to see the show!! This film is one of my fav films but i am dispointed that there was no Eponine in the film as she is my fav character but she wasnt needed cus this film is so good and already 2 hours long.
  • candyflossanddoughnuts
    September 5, 2006
    i lv da flim and da show

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