A few weeks ago the spy showed you some set pics from BBC and Masterpiece's mini series LES MISERABLES and now we have the first
Les Miserables will air sometime next year
official ones showing Dominic West as Valjean, Lily Collins as Fantine and David Oyelowo as Javert. Airing next year on BBC, without musical numbers and singing, the series' distinguished British cast will also includes Adeel Akhtar and Olivia Colman as Monsieur and Madame Thénardier, Ellie Bamber as Cosette, Joseph Quinn, Josh O’Connor as Marius and Erin Kellyman as Éponine.
LES MISE- RABLES six-part drama adaptation of 19th century classic
will delve deep into the many layers of Victor Hugo's story, revelling
in Jean Valjean and Javert's cat-and-mouse relationship, against the
epic backdrop of France at a time of civil unrest. It
Dominic West is taking over the role of Valjean from Hugh Jackman
will explore the
struggles and triumphs of the underclass and the quest for a better life
as Valjean evades capture by the unyielding Inspector Javert.
The six part television adaptation of the renowned book will vividly and
faithfully
Lily Collins is Fantine who has to become a whore to survive
bring to life the vibrant and engaging characters, the
spectacular and authentic imagery and, above all, the incredible yet
accessible story that was Hugo’s lifework. Andrew Davies, who said Hugh
Jackman's version was a
David Oyelowo is persistent inspector Javert who obviously likes big guns
travesty although he himself has made a
superficial travesty out of the iconic depths of War and Peace which he
criminally robbed of any Russian soul and essence, is directing, sadly. PS you can see glimpses into Les Miserables, War of the Worlds, Long Song and Gentleman Jack in the BBC upcoming dramas trailer below
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He gets about that Dominic West doesn't he? Looks the part though. Lets hope the series is good and not a disappointment like so many are.
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fingers crossed, we shall wait till next year to discover
DeleteGood pictures of the three protagonists!
ReplyDeleteI've added the magnificent trailer with all the upcoming BBC dramas which features scenes from Les Miserables too
DeleteThat movie is one of the few I really, rrrrreally hate. But: to each their own. Good thing I didn't have a gun within reach. Just saying.
ReplyDeleteOh hello Dezzz. What's.... UP?
I've had that movie downloaded for two years now and still haven't pushed the play button.
DeleteDon't do it.
Deleteprobably won't any time soon
DeleteI agree with Blue. Skip the musical. This one, however, looks promising.
ReplyDeletehope it won't be too dreary!
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