Review of Les Misérables (1998) by Benjamin F — 01 Nov 2007

This is a really good movie. It kind of dragged in some parts though.

This review of Les Misérables (1998) was written by Benjamin F on 01 Nov 2007.

Les Misérables has generally received positive reviews.

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