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Synopsis
The always-terrific Grégory Gadebois re-teams with writer/director Éric Besnard ('Delicious') for a poignant new adaptation of Victor Hugo’s masterpiece Les Miserables, charting the origin story of Jean Valjean, the beloved tale’s iconic protagonist. 1815. Provence, France. In the peaceful village of Digne, there’s a rumour that a dangerous man has entered the area. The hulking Jean (Gadebois) has just been released from prison after nineteen years of hard labour. Issued with identification that forever sees him branded a criminal and ostracised, Jean is not surprised to be repeatedly turned away as he seeks refuge for the night. Desperate, he unknowingly knocks at the door of the house of Monseigneur Bienvenu (Bernard Campan), who lives simply with his sister (Isabelle Carré) and a lone servant (Alexandra Lamy). Against all odds, Bienvenu invites him in. On this crucial night, Jean will face a choice that will define his future... A gripping exploration of justice, grace and moral redemption, Besnard’s reflective and intimate drama - and Gadebois’ towering central performance - bring great depth to Hugo’s hero, a spurned man transformed by kindness and compassion.
The always-terrific Grégory Gadebois re-teams with writer/director Éric Besnard ('Delicious') for a poignant new adaptation of Victor Hugo’s masterpiece Les Miserables, charting the origin story of Jean Valjean, the beloved tale’s iconic protagonist. 1815. Provence, France. In the peaceful village of Digne, there’s a rumour that a dangerous man has entered the area. The hulking Jean (Gadebois) has just been released from prison after nineteen years of hard labour. Issued with identification that forever sees him branded a criminal and ostracised, Jean is not surprised to be repeatedly turned away as he seeks refuge for the night. Desperate, he unknowingly knocks at the door of the house of Monseigneur Bienvenu (Bernard Campan), who lives simply with his sister (Isabelle Carré) and a lone servant (Alexandra Lamy). Against all odds, Bienvenu invites him in. On this crucial night, Jean will face a choice that will define his future... A gripping exploration of justice, grace and moral redemption, Besnard’s reflective and intimate drama - and Gadebois’ towering central performance - bring great depth to Hugo’s hero, a spurned man transformed by kindness and compassion.
Reviews
“The incredible Gadebois elevates 'Jean Valjean' to great heights. Clearly Besnard's best film: a plea for second chances that resonates strongly in our era, where they are rarely given.”
— PREMIERE
Movie Information
Release Date
Thursday, 23rd April 2026
Duration
99 MIN
Language
French with English Subtitles
Rating
M
Director
Éric Besnard
Cast
Grégory Gadebois, Isabelle Carré, Bernard Campan, Alexandra Lamy
Genre
Drama, Foreign
Participating Cinemas
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Movie Information
Release Date
Thursday, 23rd April 2026
Duration
99 MIN
Language
French with English Subtitles
Rating
M
Director
Éric Besnard
Cast
Grégory Gadebois, Isabelle Carré, Bernard Campan, Alexandra Lamy
Genre
Drama, Foreign


