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Christopher Adamson, Claire Danes, Geoffrey Rush, Hans Matheson, Liam Neeson
No justice, no peace: Victor Hugo's sweeping tale of revolutionary France, crime, punishment, flight, fear, persecution, redemption and love.
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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)
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)
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)
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!)
My favorite movie of all time. I love this movie because it has a biblical lesson to learn. It's about redemption and pardon, something that we all ought to do and apply in our lives. :)
