Lavish adaptation of Victor Hugo's classic novel. A reformed criminal attempts to lead a respectable life devoted to the care of his daughter - but it's only a matter of time before his lawless past catches up with him. Drama, starring Liam Neeson, Geoffrey Rush, Uma Thurman and Claire Danes.

In 19th century France, Jean Valjean, a man imprisoned for stealing bread, must flee a relentless policeman named Javert. The pursuit consumes both men's lives, and soon Valjean finds himself in the midst of the student revolutions in France.