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Hugh Jackman in green coat among lined-up women in period clothing

Hugh Jackman in ‘Les Misérables,’ a key scene showing him standing among women.

By Jack Rico

2013/01/14 at 12:00am

4 Reasons Why You Need To See ‘Les Misérables’

01.14.2013 | By Jack Rico |

*Updated April 2026

With Ben Affleck’s Argo winning big at the 2013 Golden Globes, another film also set the stage for an auspicious Oscar night. Universal Pictures’ Les Misérables took home Best Picture and Best Actor in the Musical/Comedy category, alongside Best Supporting Actress for Anne Hathaway. These were major victories, especially knowing that Harvey Weinstein was aggressively pushing Silver Linings Playbook to the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. Read More

Man in blue military costume stands outside looking serious

Scene from Les Misérables showing a man in historical military uniform.

By Jack Rico

2012/11/26 at 12:00am

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Les Misérables (Movie Review)

11.26.2012 | By Jack Rico |

Argo beware. Les Misérables is now the favorite to win Best Picture at the 2013 Oscar Awards. Director Tom Hooper has created a cinematic masterpiece drenched in powerful performances. The film boasts stunning cinematography and memorable camerawork. It also features a haunting score sure to provoke tears of joy and sadness.
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