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A new 'Les Mis': This week in French film

By Eve JACKSON · Oct 7, 2026, 9:12 AM CDT

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This week on arts24, film critic Manon Kerjean takes us through some of the latest French cinema releases, starting with a new adaptation of Victor Hugo's "Les Misérables". Vincent Lindon plays Jean Valjean, opposite Tahar Rahim as Inspector Javert in a three-hour epic that brings a thriller-like tension to the classic story.

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Promotional languageThe description uses evocative adjectives to generate excitement and position the film as a distinctive, high‑stakes adaptation.

Authority appealCiting a named critic lends expertise and credibility to the recommendation.

Cultural framingThe headline frames the adaptation as a noteworthy cultural event, linking it to the well‑known literary classic.

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The article does not provide the film's director, production company, release date, distribution details, or any information about how this adaptation differs from previous versions beyond a vague "thriller‑like tension."

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The piece is a cultural/arts commentary rather than investigative reporting; it serves to inform readers of upcoming French cinema releases and offers a brief evaluative description.

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The text blends reporting (announcing a new film and naming cast members) with opinionated language ("thriller‑like tension," "three‑hour epic"), indicating a primarily opinion/critique piece rather than straight news reporting.