Les Misérables (1998)

In the dimly lit world of 19th-century France, Jean Valjean, a man plagued by desperation and driven to theft for the survival of his starving kin, finds himself shackled by the unforgiving chains of the law. Upon his conditional release from the cold stone walls of prison, he seeks redemption in an unkind world. His path crosses with a benevolent bishop - a beacon of compassion amidst the harshness - who, instead of condemning him for attempted robbery, gifts him his silverware. The unexpected act of kindness sparks a transformation within Valjean, who pledges to dedicate his life to virtue and good deeds. Using the silverware's value, Valjean blooms into a figure of prominence, becoming a mayor and factory owner in a quaint town. His life takes another dramatic turn as he encounters Fantine, a crushed pearl in the harsh sands of society. When fate cruelly snatches her life away, he adopts her daughter Cosette, nurturing her under his protective wing and introducing her to the bustling heart of Paris. In the city of love and revolution, Cosette's heart is stolen by Marius, a fervent student embroiled in the political upheaval of the June rebellion of 1832. Their budding romance blooms under the shadow of danger, as Marius’s rebellious zeal places him in the crosshairs of peril. Haunted by his past, Valjean is relentlessly pursued by Javert, a law officer with an unyielding belief in justice. Recognizing Valjean despite his elevated status, Javert becomes consumed with the relentless pursuit of the man he considers a criminal, setting the stage for a gripping game of cat and mouse that intertwines their lives with the tumultuous backdrop of a nation on the brink of revolution. "Les Misérables" is a poignant narrative that explores the depths of human resilience, the quest for redemption, and the enduring struggle for freedom, all set against the vibrant canvas of historical France on the cusp of upheaval.

Les Misérables is a crime movie featuring Liam Neeson.

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