The one and only Jean Valjean
I saw the movie for the first time when I was 10. I am not of the French background. I fell in love with the mistique of France. Partly it happened because of the inspiring characters created by Jean Gabin and other gaints of the Hexagon. A discovery for everyone who thinks about G-d, destiny, duty, revolution. To my opinion, that is the only version that wouldn't have made Victor Hugo livid had he seen it. Jean Gabin will always remain the only "authorized", canonic Jean Valjean. All other musicals and shows, no matter how flamboyant and and new agy, are lacking that "since 1815" cognac-like nobility that Jean Gabin embodies so well.
Les Miserables (1957) Jean Gabin is Jean Valjean
I saw this movie when it came out, and I also saw most of the other "Les Miserables" as they came out..this one is simply the best (Victor Hugo must have turned in his grave at some of the newer versions) One disappointment for me especially, why do you not offer this classic in the original French version? Gabin was one of the best French actors in this century and his gravelly voice is unique and especially missed in this movie.
Excellent acting, although not th best picture quality
This is an excellent adaptation of Victor Hugo's excellent novel. All the Actors are excellent. The only draw back is that the picture quality is very poor. If it is 'Remastered" this will be the best way yo can enjoy Les Miz (Except for the musical) Buy it its only $25,
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