Les Miserables (2012)Movie Reviews

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    Written December 28, 2012

    Different format/different interpretation

    by whitewater0628

    It's amazing how differently the same story comes across when presented in a different format. I've read the book, seen the play and now the movie. Each has something unique to offer. The story is compelling in any genre, and while I personally enjoyed the roadshow the best, I did enjoy the movie. I think the movie actors who are cinema professionals did an outstanding job with the character portrayals. I thought Anne Hathaway especially brought a depth of character to Fontine that you wouldn't find in the roadshow. With Russell Crowe as Jabert, he came across as much more human than the strict "legal automaton" that one usually imagines. That said, the road show are cast not only for their acting abilities, but for their voices. If you are expecting the same quality of musicianship, you might be a little disappointed. It's a trade, but again, one worthy of making. I think the best thing about the movie is that it brings the timeless story of "Les Mis" to the masses.

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    Written December 28, 2012

    Les Miserables

    by skqroo

    I've seen the Bdwy. prod. 3 times, and played in the pit of a community prod. However, the movie turned into THE MOST moving and easiest to understand the in-depth storyline of all! The grandeur of the set gave more supportive background info necessary to understand the peoples' trials of the time. When you see it live you might read the synopsis before each act, but then when 9 -15 years go by, you might be caught off guard, and confused momentarily. The movie's transitions were more clear. The cinematography was awesome and varied: including pull aways, zoom in's, and action camera's running through the streets as characters. Acting was some of the most superb I can ever remember! Much had to do with the director's choice to have the singing be done LIVE in the filming! NOTHING like it before!! NOT meant for small children: length and dark story! If this doesn't win BEST PICTURE I'll quit caring about the OSCARS! It's EPIC! Russell Crow was weak as Javert (ONLY complaint)

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    Written December 26, 2012

    Les Miserables

    by tdbowen812

    Although the movie theater was full, I had never been in such a quiet, still environment. We were all awestruck. This was not a movie, it was an experience. We laughed. We cried. The beauty of it all. At the ending, the audience gave it a standing ovation!

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    Written December 27, 2012

    Les Miserables

    by did you see

    I expected a good movie. It was more than good, it was awesome. An epic, I can't wait to buy it and hear the Director's and Actor's comments. Excellent. It was the cherry on top to our Family Christmas 2102!

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    Written December 26, 2012

    Miz is not a movie as much as it is an experience

    by cameracoach

    Overlooking all its flaws, I was totally engrossed in the music, story, and characters.

    Early on I totally bought into the work as an experience rather than just as a film. As a film it has problems - as an experience it was completely fulfilling and touched me deeply.

    I was blown away by Anne and Hugh ... and while Russell's vocal performance has been criticized, he portrayed Javert with a sense of deep unhealed pain in his eyes - something most fail to give this otherwise sinister, dogmatic character.

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    Written December 26, 2012

    Beautiful Musical & Story

    by kristylm

    If you love musicals, you must see this. I was amazed at the voices of the stars of the movie. It was moving and depressing and uplifting at the same time.

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    Written January 28, 2013

    What a Waste!

    by AD777

    I'm a huge fan of Victor Hugo's novel. Loved the musical, but I truly feel that this movie is not doing justice to this amazing story at all. First I don't understand why Russell Crowe is singing, cause he shouldn't. But not only him, most of the cast is horrible to listen to ( The adult Cosette has an annoying voice, so is Marius and few others). The surprise came from Jean-Valjean (Hugh Jackman), Fantine (Anne Hathaway), Eponine (Samantha Barks) et Gavroche (Daniel Huttlestone) which I really enjoyed. I didn't feel transported by the movie, which I believe was badly filmed, too much close ups and wide deforming angles, they kinda made Paris look like London. There are a bunch of details that really annoyed me.
    It's a shame that Hollywood had to impose their film stars, cause when you went to see the musical, none knew who the singers/actors were and you still felt the magic happen.
    So far, only the 2 first french version of this story remain the best to me.

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    Written January 4, 2013

    Great acting and Cheaper than a Broadway Theater Ticket

    by ElvisLivesLevis

    Hugh Jackman and Anne Hatheway were incredible and convincing. For Russell Crowe, the singing was too much. If you have never seen this classic muical, now is your chance. Remember it is a musical and the entire movie is sung by its actors.

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    Written January 20, 2013

    LesMiserables

    by hmbeard

    A classic, beautifully portrayed on the big screen. A poignant story that demonstrates the complexity of being "right" and how it can manifest itself differently in different people. In the end, it is the power of GRACE that wins the day. MUST GO!

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    Written December 26, 2012

    Go: For fans & lovers of epics

    by Occasional Movie Viewer

    It's long, it's wonderful, it's emotional, and it's worth the time to go. Be prepared for a story that not easy for those unexposed to understand immediately.

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    Written January 6, 2013

    Rivals Gone with the Wind and the Sound of Music.......

    by crystalralstoncooke

    ....in my book!! Fabulous - must see/must own on DVD. My daughter and I laughed, cried, and chanted along with the characters! Well done! Now, I would like to see the actual opera version! Just BEAUTIFUL!!!

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    Written January 4, 2013

    Fantastic

    by jennybbong

    The music is fantastic, the vocals are so beautiful, and I basically cried the whole movie through. The acting was fantastic, you definitely should go see Les Miserables.

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    Written December 26, 2012

    Les Miserables 2012)

    by margefrog

    A thrill. I give it an 8 out of 10. Every lead was terrific: Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe (who can sing!) were a perfect pairing. Eddie Redmayne (as Marius) has a great voice and presence. Samantha Barks (as Eponine) knocked me over with her fine voice and beauty. I think Anne Hathaway?s dramatics could have toned down a little, but she was good. The entire cast was terrific.
    Criticism: A couple of songs and events that were in the play and original story were left out. They were relevant, and I missed them. The opening setting was overdone, the costumes and makeup a bit over the top re the poor and wretched.

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    Written December 27, 2012

    NOT a musical

    by emailnotforsale

    FYI, this is NOT a musical, THIS is an Opera. I'm a fan of musicals, and not a fan of Opera. The difference is argued frequently, but a musical has spoken dialect with musical interruptions, and opera has very little if any spoken lines. If you expect a musical, your not going to get one. If your not a fan of Opera, you're very likely NOT going to like this movie. For an Opera it was good, for a musical it was horrible. I went in expecting a musical, and not having seen the stage production, so I do understand why this is a popular movie. Not a movie for me.

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    Written December 28, 2012

    SHOULD BE BEST PICTURE OF THE YEAR

    by kmcenterr

    I WENT TO THIS MOVIE AFTER SEEING THE STAGE PLAY MANY TIMES, AND THE PBS 25 ANNIVERSARY PRODUCTION SEVERAL MORE TIMES. I WAS PREPARED TO HATE THESE
    ACTORS TRYING TO SING...BOY WAS I WRONG. THIS IS A VERY POWERFUL MOVIE, EXTREMELY WELL DONE AND IT JUST BLEW ME AWAY. HAVING COLM WILKENSEN INCLUDED WAS ICING ON THE CAKE. I THOUGHT EDDIE REDMAYNE AS MARIUS WAS PROBABLY AMONG THE BEST MARIUS I HAVE SEEN...I LOVED HIM IN THIS PART. PROBABLY TO ME RUSSELL CROWE WAS THE WEAK LINK, BUT NOT BAD ENOUGH TO MAKE AN ISSUE OF IT. HUGH JACKMAN AND ANNE HATHAWAY WERE SUPERB. I THOUGHT IT A TOUGH UNDERTAKING WHEN YOU THINK OF THE HUNDREDS OF LES MES PRODUCTIONS...BUT THIS IS DEFINITELY A CANDIDATE FOR BEST PICTURE AND ONE I HIGHLY RECOMMEND...JUST TAKE YOUR KLEENEX!

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