Review of Les Misérables (1998) by Alida Rossani H — 12 May 2010

A highly entertaining movie that slowly loses its steam.

This review of Les Misérables (1998) was written by Alida Rossani H on 12 May 2010.

Les Misérables has generally received positive reviews.

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