Review of Les Misérables (1998) by Jason M — 20 Nov 2012

A rather traditional retelling. See the 1995 one instead.

This review of Les Misérables (1998) was written by Jason M on 20 Nov 2012.

Les Misérables has generally received positive reviews.

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