Set in post-revolution France, from the afterwards of revolution through the beginning of the student revolution of 1832, it shows a society in which the new Bourgeoisie (the rich and socially and economically influential) still do not care about the low realms of society. Left forgotten, these miserables are destined to face the harshness of life on their own. The overshadowing lessons in this movie are those of reaching out to those who are hurting, and the story of redemption.
At the beginning of the week, I went to Les Miserables with Dad. It was Incredible! They filmed it so well. It is wonderful seeing actors and actresses doing their best to sing their hearts out in such a performance. It was filled with raw emotion! It has been so many years since I performed it in high school, and I was reminded of what a genuinely human story it is.
What a powerful performance and heart wrenching rises and falls. I almost never go to movies, but I am going to go to this one again. It is a must see. Although many of us have not gone through the exact things that the individuals in the film, we have had extremely relate-able emotional trials in life! I cried several times from the intensity of emotion in the film.
Clear moral conflict resounds clearly in many decision moments, and I believe, even though there is a bit of risque talk around the inn (clearly meant to show what kind of people are taking advantage of poor little cosette, and her mother Fantine) I still believe you would turn out better for watching this incredible musical.
I would definitely recommend going to this one, maybe with a couple of tissues if you are like me.
I've Tried It! 