Les Misérables

I had seen the play about fifteen years ago at the Wharton Center.  Of course I loved the music, have always loved going to any play, and being a part of that kind of energy is something to behold.  Even in the rafters.

And I had also heard all the buzz about this movie.

So, I was intrigued to see this and excited this would be our New Year's Day choice for 2013.

Nothing prepared me for what I was about to see.

The first fifteen or so minutes weren't exactly what I expected, but quickly we are thrown into the thick of it, and we are somehow involved in this story ourselves.  I imagine the 'live singing' throughout the film is what creates this intimate feeling and involves the viewer so much.  It is a story of forgiveness, hope, and dreams.  Dreams that are broken, and those that come true.

It is tragic.
It is beautifully casted.
And it left me sobbing.  Literally.

Just watching the trailer again, I cried.

If you get a chance to see this, do not hesitate.  Even knowing you'll cry like a baby.

It's worth every second of it.

Happy New Year to all my friends.  I hope it brings you everything you have dreamed for.