Les Misérables

Les Misérables

1978 · 127 min · ★ 3.0 · Drama

Based on Victor Hugo's novel, a poor man is sent to prison after stealing a loaf of bread. He escapes and becomes rich, but this does not protect him from people's disdain as they know where he came from.

Directed by Atef Salem · Written by Rafik El Saban

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