Running parallel to the famous Victor Hugo classic, this movie introduces us to very complex characters in our recent past, the Twentieth Century. Many unexpected twists and turns will lead you to contemplate the combination of good and evil in each of us, and how -- beyond those who seemingly don't possess humane qualities -- many others are capable of betrayal once goodwill towards their fellow humans threatens to encroach on their own well-being and happiness. Also, this film illustrates very well how persons may be forced to act against their principles by others who have temporarily gained control of their lives. Yet there will always be the heroic ones who will defy evil to the point of risking being tortured or losing their lives. Still others balance in between.
By the end of the film, you may find yourself a bit exhausted at all the events -- some disturbing -- that suspensefully unfold in quick succession, and at different locations with different characters. Only at the end does it come together. The closing scene was one which left me with a feeling of hope for mankind.
This is a very interesting and finely crafted movie. You should see it, but make sure it is Les Miserables of the Twentieth Century, and that it was filmed in French in 1995.
By the end of the film, you may find yourself a bit exhausted at all the events -- some disturbing -- that suspensefully unfold in quick succession, and at different locations with different characters. Only at the end does it come together. The closing scene was one which left me with a feeling of hope for mankind.
This is a very interesting and finely crafted movie. You should see it, but make sure it is Les Miserables of the Twentieth Century, and that it was filmed in French in 1995.