Review of Les Misérables (1998) by Paula K — 27 Dec 2010

Good vs. evil, class wars, romance, action - excellent story.

This review of Les Misérables (1998) was written by Paula K on 27 Dec 2010.

Les Misérables has generally received positive reviews.

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