Les Misérables (2025) is a bold and innovative retelling of Victor Hugo’s timeless masterpiece, bringing the heart-wrenching tale of love, redemption, and revolution into a new, modern cinematic experience. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France during a time of social and political upheaval, this version combines the epic scale of historical events with deeply personal, emotionally charged character arcs.
The story follows Jean Valjean, a man imprisoned for stealing a loaf of bread to feed his sister’s starving children. After spending 19 years in prison, Valjean is released but finds himself branded a criminal by society, relentlessly pursued by the unyielding inspector Javert. The film chronicles Valjean’s journey toward redemption, as he adopts a new identity and becomes a compassionate benefactor to those suffering under the cruelty of the French class system.
Valjean’s life intertwines with that of Cosette, the orphaned daughter of Fantine, a poor woman who is forced to sell her body to survive. Fantine’s tragic death marks a pivotal moment in Valjean’s life, as he promises to care for Cosette and raise her as his own.
