Les Misérables
The legend comes to life.
CrimeDramaHistoryRomanceprisonerparis, francebased on novel or bookfalsely accusedblackmailfrench revolutionmotherly love19th centuryaltruism
An epic historical drama about redemption, justice, and moral transformation set against the backdrop of revolutionary France, driven by the relentless pursuit between a fugitive and his pursuer.
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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