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Les Misérables
🎬 Movie

Les Misérables

1935 · 108 min Drama History Romance
⭐ 7.1 / 10 · TMDB

In 19th century France, Jean Valjean, a man imprisoned for stealing bread, must flee a relentless policeman named Javert. The pursuit consumes both men's lives, and soon Valjean finds himself in the midst of the student revolutions in France.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Richard Boleslawski

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

🎭 Cast

Fredric March

Fredric March

Jean Valjean / Champmathieu

Charles Laughton

Charles Laughton

Inspector Emile Javert

Cedric Hardwicke

Cedric Hardwicke

Bishop Bienvenue (as Sir Cedric Hardwicke)

Rochelle Hudson

Rochelle Hudson

Cosette

Florence Eldridge

Florence Eldridge

Fantine

Frances Drake

Frances Drake

Eponine

John Beal

John Beal

Marius

Jessie Ralph

Jessie Ralph

Madame Magloire

Mary Forbes

Mary Forbes

Mlle. Baptiseme

Florence Roberts

Florence Roberts

Toussaint

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