עלובי החיים

In 19th-century France, Jean Valjean, released on parole after serving nineteen years for stealing a loaf of bread for his starving sister's child, breaks his parole and becomes a wealthy factory owner and mayor. However, his past, embodied by the relentless Inspector Javert, continually haunts him and the lives of those he tries to protect, leading to a sweeping epic of love, redemption, and revolution.

The musical film adaptation of 'Les Misérables' received a generally positive reception from critics, who praised its ambitious scope, powerful vocal performances, and emotional resonance. While some critics found the film's unrelenting emotional intensity and the decision to have actors sing live on set to be uneven, the cast, particularly Anne Hathaway and Hugh Jackman, were widely lauded for their performances. Audiences were also moved by the film's epic storytelling and musical numbers.

• Praised for its powerful musical numbers and emotional performances, especially from Anne Hathaway.

• Admired for its grand scale and faithfulness to the beloved stage musical.

• Some found the constant singing and intense drama to be overwhelming or uneven.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's emotional impact and the strength of the musical performances. Many viewers were moved by the story and the actors' dedication to singing live, though some found the film's relentless sadness and dramatic intensity to be a bit much.

Won 3 Academy Awards (including Best Supporting Actress for Anne Hathaway) and was nominated for 5 more. Also won 3 Golden Globe Awards (including Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy) and was nominated for 2 more.

Anne Hathaway famously lost 25 pounds for her role as Fantine and cut her hair for the part, filming the haircut scene itself as part of her performance.