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Film Criticism: Les Miserables

Les Misérables is set in a French Revolution in France and began in the early 19th century. It is the story of Jean Valjean (Hugh Jackman), an ex-con who breaks parole who became a successful local mayor and factory owner with the help of a bishop (Colm Wilkinson), who helps him and shows him profound goodness to become a better person, and a ruthless police inspector, Javert (Russell Crowe), who continues on his trail to hunt down and bring Jean Valjean back to prison. Later, Valjean adopted his employee’s daughter, Cosette (Amanda Seyfried), and moved with her to Paris to have a peaceful life as her promise to Fantine (Anne Hathaway) that she will take care of her daughter and take her out of the house. custody of the cruel Thenardiers (Sacha Baron Cohen and Helena Bonham Carter). Years later, Marius Pontmercy (Eddie Redmayne), a rebellion student, falls in love with Cosette and eventually leads to a love triangle between them and Eponine (Samantha Barks), who is selflessly in love with Marius. And as the story progresses, the characters will be greatly affected by the political and social tumult that takes place during the period in France.

From the beginning of the story, many circumstances will be revealed that will give different emotions to the audience. In a sense that we can all relate to the scenes, portraying a lot of symbolism that is so relevant today. The flow of the plot is so smooth and incredibly directed. The characters expressed their lines very well and sang the song grandly, especially Samantha Barks, who played the role of Eponine, Anne Hathaway for the role of Fantine, Hugh Jackman for the role of Jan Valjean, and Russell Crowe for the role of Javert. All of them wow in the musical drama movie for their facial expressions and emotions. They are effective characters who stand out for their singing and acting skills. The production design and costumes are very appropriate for the sets and roles in each scene. It is so obvious that they put a lot of effort, time and money into the production of this brilliant film. The colors added a nice effect on the mood and atmosphere of the film, creating a good impression on everyone. Sound effects enrich the viewing experience and movie quality that people are sure to love. Camera movements and angles are extremely good. And, throughout history, many symbolisms were embodied that give it more value, importance and above all, a twist to its plot. One of these is the Bishop’s silver chandeliers that represent the beginning of life that you must illuminate in a darkened world, the Bastille Elephant that symbolizes the potential of France through its greatness, the barricades that represent the earthly things that it resembles how sins can hold people back. to do what they should do or should do. So if they get over these things, they can have a better life, and Gavroche, the brave street urchin, symbolizing hope and goodness for all individuals like the youth of today. And also, the yellow passport, a symbol of the current and relevant social injustice.

On top of the good reviews and overall impressions, Les Miserables is a wonderful and impressive movie. It is obvious that this is successful due to his nominations and awards that he won in the field of film industry. This is a movie that all viewers will love to watch, where they can learn many moral lessons, especially when dealing with different situations in our life. It is a perfect concept that teaches us that revolution is the act through which a new and better world can be created for all. It shows us the different issues that we must all take into account. The sets and special effects helped create a magnificent film where you can convey your feelings and emotions in each character scene that captures the hearts of all viewers. The characters were excellently brought to life in different story perspectives and the plot arrangement is easy to understand. So in conclusion, the movie is extremely good. The symbolisms were presented concisely. This movie not only gives you a great musical experience, it helps you become a better person through God where there is love, faith, joy, hope, and salvation.

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