Fresh
Charles Laughton in the part of Javert gave it as much character merely because the character as written was eminent, giving a balance to the whole story.
Otis Ferguson, The New Republic
Les Misérables
The immortal classic that shook a nation… is now a glorious picture !
1935 · 1h 48m · APPROVED
Drama, History, Romance
Directed by
Richard Boleslawski
Overview
In 19th century France, Jean Valjean, a man imprisoned for stealing bread, must flee a relentless policeman named Javert. The pursuit consumes both men's lives, and soon Valjean finds himself in the midst of the student revolutions in France.
Director and cast
- Richard Boleslawski Director
- Fredric March as Jean Valjean / Champmathieu
- Charles Laughton as Inspector Javert
- Cedric Hardwicke as Bishop Bienvenu
- Rochelle Hudson as Cosette
- Florence Eldridge as Fantine
- John Beal as Marius
- Frances Drake as Eponine
- Ferdinand Gottschalk as Thenardier
- Jane Kerr as Madame Thenardier
- Marilyn Knowlden as Little Cosette
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Top critics, in their words
100%
Tomatometer
Fresh
It isn't a bad example of the Hollywood prestige picture -- there is, at least, some liveliness in the performances.
Dave Kehr, Chicago Reader
Fresh
Nominated for the Best Picture oscar, Boleslawki's adpaptation of the Victor Hugo famous novel is lavishly mounted and well acted by Fredric March and Charles Laughton
Emanuel Levy, Variety
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