Reviews

Even though there was no singing in the movie-version, This was my favorite. The film followed the Victor Hugo novel quite well with outstanding performances by Uma Thurman (Fantine) and especially Liam Neeson (Jean Valjean) I was moved to tears numerous times as I watched the story of a convicted felon who served serious time for stealing a loaf of bread and later becomes a mayor of a small town. He is suspected of being a former prisoner by the inspector Javert. With the confusion of the French rebellion and Valjean's adopted daughter Cosette's love, Javert realizes that he cannot kill Valjean, a man that saved his life. Javert's decision in the ending is powerful(although I will not give it away) this movie is excellent, and tear-jerking. this is a beautiful classic.

At the first moment that you see Sean Archer(John Travolta) on the merry-go-round with his 5-year old son, your heart is broken. They both spin around blissfully unaware of the assasin Castor Troy (Nicolas Cage)who is about to atempt to kill Archer. As the bullet whizzes through the air, both are taken back as Archer and his son fly off the ride. Archer reaches over for his dead son and holds him to his chest, crying, as Castor Troy looks on, surprised and anguished.

John Woo captures your attention with his wonderful directing in the very first scene and propels you through the rest of the movie, as well as the splendid acting by Travolta and Cage as they take on the other's persona in the film. I was so glued to the screen, I couldn't take the time to get some popcorn. This would be one of my all-time favorite movies. Filled with action, drama, and even comedy; the script, directing, and acting are superb! This movie is a classic! I give an 11 on my scale.