Les Misérables (2012) [Blu-ray]

Description: Les Mis�rables (2012) [Blu-ray] [Blu-ray] Product Overview Format: Multi-Format March 22, 2013 Product description Les Miser(Br+Dv+Dc+Uv Les Misérables is a deeply powerful film that's rich with raw feeling, the grittiness of life in 19th-century France, and the conflict between right, wrong, and the concept of redemption. Les Misérables takes viewers on an emotionally exhausting journey as it follows ex-convict Jean Valjean (Hugh Jackman) after his release from prison. Valjean breaks parole, but he is granted a second chance by a kind bishop. He then moves from place to place throughout France, trying to live an honest life while ruthless policeman Javert (Russell Crowe) hunts him relentlessly. Valjean meets the broken-spirited Fantine (Anne Hathaway), promises to care for her daughter Cosette (Amanda Seyfried) as Fantine is about to die, and finds his own life completely changed as a result of that promise. Like the stage play, the film is dark, gritty, and passionate, but it enhances the sense of place in early- to mid-1800s France as a staged version simply cannot. The intricately woven plot is somewhat easier to understand here, thanks to an abundance of visual cues and the camera's unique ability to focus in so closely on the actors' faces. In fact, the intimacy of the extreme close-ups used throughout is at once uncomfortable and hugely effective. The vocal performances are generally quite good, especially considering the decision to record them live versus the customary overdubbing. Sure, some of the actors' voices seem pushed and strained at times, but that fact often only adds to the emotional intensity of the moment. Hathaway's performance is stellar, both for her vocal prowess and for the depth of feeling conveyed and maintained in her facial expressions throughout even the lengthiest and closest of close-ups. While Crowe seems an odd choice for Javert and is definitely outsung by the other members of the cast, he holds his own when it really counts with solos that are on-pitch and arguably even more powerful for their imperfections. Discerning listeners will not choose the film's Highlights from the Motion Picture Soundtrack over the full-length London or Broadway cast recordings, but sometimes an outstanding performance isn't all about musical perfection--the overall Les Misérables film experience is definitely one of those cases. New for the film is the song "Suddenly," written by the musical's original composer and lyricist Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg. Trivia buffs will note that the bishop is played by Colm Wilkinson, who originally played Valjean in the London and Broadway stage productions, and Whore 1 is played by the original London and Broadway Eponine, Frances Ruffelle. --Tami Horiuchi Details Genre: Les Miserables - The Movie, Musicals & Performing Arts, Drama, DVD Movie, Les Miserables: The Movie, Blu-ray Movie See more Format: Blu-ray, AC-3, Color, Ultraviolet, Multiple Formats, DTS Surround Sound, Dolby, Widescreen, Subtitled See more Contributor: Eric Fellner, Amanda Seyfried, Herbert Kretzmer, Anne Hathaway, William Nicholson, Cameron Mackintosh, Daniel Huttleston, Russell Crowe, Helena Bonham Carter, Frances Ruffelle, Samantha Barks, Tom Hooper, Adrian Scarborough, Tim Bevan, Claude-Michel Schonberg, Ian Pirie, Eddie Redmayne, Sacha Baron Cohen, Hugh Jackman, Alain Boublil, Aaron Tveit See more Language: English Runtime: 5 hours and 16 minutes Digital Copy Expiration Date ‏ : ‎ April 30, 2015 Aspect Ratio ‏ : ‎ 1.85:1 Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No MPAA rating ‏ : ‎ PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned) Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.75 x 5.35 x 0.45 inches; 0.74 ounces Item model number ‏ : ‎ MHV61125042BR Director ‏ : ‎ Tom Hooper Media Format ‏ : ‎ Color, Blu-ray, Multiple Formats, Ultraviolet, Subtitled, Widescreen, Dolby, AC-3, DTS Surround Sound Run time ‏ : ‎ 5 hours and 16 minutes Release date ‏ : ‎ March 22, 2013 Quality Products This will be shipped securely Returns must be within 30 days - item EXACTLY as it was sent. Must have tracking number. Email us with any issues/questions. Thanks for looking! Fast and Free Shipping Shipping is free for this item. We get your order shipped out and delivered to your doorstep as quickly as possible. Commitment We are committed to making sure that you leave this transaction satisfied. That means having access to real people that get your questions and concerns answered quickly. Give us a shot and we will make sure that you will look to us again!

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