Review of Les Misérables (1998) by Meta K — 20 Mar 2010

Rented it thinking it was a musical turned out 100 times better.

This review of Les Misérables (1998) was written by Meta K on 20 Mar 2010.

Les Misérables has generally received positive reviews.

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