Summary
In 19th-century France, Jean Valjean, a benevolent soul, is wrongly convicted and imprisoned for a minor infraction. Upon his escape, he is relentlessly pursued by the dogged lawman, Javert, for decades. As Valjean attempts to redeem himself, he becomes embroiled in the June Rebellion, a pivotal moment in French history, while Javert's unyielding dedication to justice threatens to destroy them all. This tale of redemption, sacrifice, and the struggle for justice is set against the backdrop of a society grappling with the consequences of revolution and the plight of the underprivileged.
Synopsis
Jean Valjean is a good man who is nevertheless convicted and imprisoned for a minor offense. When he escapes, he is pursued for decades by the unrelenting lawman, Javert.
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