Sunday, 13 January 2013

Les Miserables

I don't go to the cinema very often, in fact, I can't remember the last film I went to see. I've been waiting for Les Miserables to be released though, and yesterday, I went with Mick and Eleanor to see it.


I thought it was fantastic. There's some brilliant acting, and even though the film is over two and a half hours long, it certainly held our attention.

It's been nominated for eight Oscars, including Best Picture.

If you're a fan of musicals, I would certainly recommend it. I shall be putting the DVD on my Christmas list.
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24 comments:

  1. never too oldSunday, January 13, 2013

    I went to one of the free previews and thought it was amazing.Di it make you cry? or was that just me?
    x

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    1. JoSunday, January 13, 2013

      I saw your post about it and was very envious that you got to see it early. It's certainly a weepy film, though nearly anything musical makes me cry. Glad you enjoyed it too.

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  2. Angel JemSunday, January 13, 2013

    I dreamed a dream in days gone by
    Les Mis was made into a movie
    I dreamed I watched and never cried
    But now I know that was a booby

    Because one phrase of musical
    And I'm blubbing like a baby
    We go to see it this afternoon
    And I'll cry like a bufo-o-on.

    Thanks for posting on the web
    I hope you like my rhyming comment
    Get Eleanor to sing it too
    And hopefully it makes more sense!



    SeriouslyI'm taking a bar of chocolate and a box of tissues x

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    1. JoSunday, January 13, 2013

      Excellent, Eleanor sang it to us. Make sure they're man-sized tissues, you'll need them. The man in front of us cried all the way through. Hope you enjoy it.

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    2. Angel JemMonday, January 14, 2013

      Loved it! Love Hugh more: Russ fought valiantly with a weakened voice but my favourite bit was Empty Chairs when Marius actually sang at the camera. Not often you see that in films!

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    3. JoMonday, January 14, 2013

      Glad you enjoyed it, I knew you would. I don't think I can really pick out my favourite bit, too many to mention, but I had to look away when Javert was singing Stars, I'm not very good with heights. I always like the very last bit though, and it always makes me cry.

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  3. tlcukjourneySunday, January 13, 2013

    I really really really want to see this film. I have wanted to watch the old version after I heard Susan Boyle sing Les Miserables ... I can't wait to see it, I've heard that you must have tissues with you!
    I've missed talking to you Jo, I've started working full time again, and as you know, that with taking care of a family can zap your day completely!
    I do hope you're well and that you have a most wonderful week!
    Much love,
    Tammy

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    1. JoSunday, January 13, 2013

      You must go to see the film, it's fantastic, then so is the stage production. I hope your job is going well, it must be hard working full time and taking care of the family too, but I'm sure the pay packet is worth it, you'll be able to save up for your move much faster.

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  4. cookieSunday, January 13, 2013

    I would love to go see it but when I mentioned it to the husband or son I was told no way. I might just be brave and go on my own

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    1. JoSunday, January 13, 2013

      I wish I lived near you, I'd go again. Definitely go on your own, this is one film I wouldn't miss out on.

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  5. AnneSunday, January 13, 2013

    I think we will try and go and see it next weekend. I have heard rave reviews. Glad you enjoyed it Jo.

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    1. JoSunday, January 13, 2013

      I hope you enjoy it, I haven't heard anyone say they didn't like it, yet.

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  6. mrsnesbittSunday, January 13, 2013

    My mum's all time favourite musical. I will go and see it for mum. Dxx

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    1. JoSunday, January 13, 2013

      I'm sure your mum would have loved it. I love the stage version, but the film is fantastic too.

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  7. JuneSunday, January 13, 2013

    I've seen this twice at the theatre (before KP was born) and wish I could see it again there. Want to also see the film - must book to go soon.
    June

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    1. JoMonday, January 14, 2013

      Eleanor's drama group staged it in 2011, and I have to say, they did it brilliantly. Try and get to see the film, you'll love it.

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  8. JanSunday, January 13, 2013

    I've heard that it's a really good night out! We are waiting for it to arrive in our little local cinema. Jx

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    1. JoMonday, January 14, 2013

      I think we take it for granted that we have large cinemas nearby. Hope you get to see it soon.

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  9. Victoria - Florence and MaryMonday, January 14, 2013

    I have to say I really don't fancy this at all unfortunately although I'm sure it's amazing.

    Victoria x

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    1. JoMonday, January 14, 2013

      I don't think it's for everyone. It's a long film, and if you're not in to musicals, then it probably isn't for you, though I'm sure some people would be converted by watching it.

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  10. Ruth KellyTuesday, January 15, 2013

    I've seen the musical so because of who is acting in it, I want to see the movie.

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    1. JoTuesday, January 15, 2013

      You won't be disappointed, the acting is brilliant. It's a fabulous film.

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  11. LisaThursday, January 17, 2013

    I think AH is just so pretty, such a lovely face.
    Anyway to the movie, I'm so glad you liked it, did Mick and Eleanor like it as much as you?
    G and I watched the show in the West End the night he proposed to me!
    Although I loved the show I won't be going to see the movie, it was just a special night I want to keep those memories about it.
    Silly really!
    Lisa x

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    1. JoFriday, January 18, 2013

      I think Mick and Eleanor may have wanted to see this film even more than I did, and they really enjoyed it too. It's not silly wanting to keep those memories, I think it's really romantic.

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