Fight. Dream. Hope. Love.
Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, Les Misérables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption-a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. The story revolves around ex-prisoner Jean Valjean, who is hunted for decades by the ruthless policeman Javert after he breaks parole. When Valjean agrees to care for factory worker Fantine’s young daughter, Cosette, their lives change forever.
MPAA: Rated PG-13 for suggestive and sexual material, violence and thematic elements
Principal Cast: Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe, Anne Hathaway
Director: Tom Hooper
Own it March 22nd
As Valjean is released from imprisonment, Javert reminds him that he will never be more than Prisoner 24601.
Themes: Judgment, Freedom, Punishment, Legalism, Rules, Laws, Slavery, Condemnation, Judging
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When Valjean is caught fleeing with the Bishop’s stolen silver, the Bishop vouches for Valjean and gives him more valuables.
Themes: Sin, Forgiveness, Selfless, Sacrifice, Defining Moments, Freedom, Betrayal, Love-Enemy, Life Changing
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Valjean promises to use the Bishop’s act of grace to turn his life around.
Themes: Redemption, Grace, Defining Moments, Salvation, Mercy, Hope, Second Chance, Born Again, Shame
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When given the change to execute his nemesis Javert, Valjean instead chooses to free him.
Themes: Mercy, Grace, Justice, Laws, Freedom, Love-Enemy, Legalism, Enemy, Righteousness
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