This is probably one of the better renditions of Hugo's story. Originally filmed in 2.35:1 it would benefit from a digital restoration with perhaps a new multi-language sound track. Unfortunately, most of what can be found on the market is either full-frame (1.33:1) or PAL and not very well transfered or from inferior originals. A well done, fully restored DVD edition would be an excellent addition to any classic film collection.
shareThis movie is THE BEST of Les Misérables on the screen; The US version totally sucked compare to the excellent French version with the acting legends Jean Gabin, Bernard Blier, and Bourvil
Ce film est LE MEILLEUR de Les Misérables sur écran; la version américaine était complètement pourri comparé à l'excellent version française avec des légendes telles Jean Gabin, Bernard Blier, et Bourvil
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Now you have exactly that. A release in the original French and 2.35 aspect ratio is available from Olive Films:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00A32GZRW/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00
Not sure if this matters to you, but this is only available as a Blu-Ray.
Here's the first review of the new Blu-ray from Olive Films. Looks like the picture and sound are very good. 3 hour 8 minute running time. Shame there's no extras at all.
http://www.blu-ray.com/movies/Les-Miserables-Blu-ray/59141/#Review
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FYI, I just purchased the Olive edition on DVD at Costco ($11.99), so it is now out on DVD as well.
One question though, it is shown as being 180 minutes. IMDb says it's 179 minutes. However, one of those full-frame, poor quality transfers says it is 210 minutes (and my Windows media player says that disc is actually 3 hrs. and 40 mins. = 220 minutes). Anyone have any insights?