Blu-ray

Les Miserables review

Anton van Beek  |  Aug 12, 2013

Watch Hugh Jackman and Russell Crowe come down with a serious case of the grumps

This suitably epic screen adaptation of the hit West End musical definitely gets the most out of this hi-def platter. The opening act's frequently dark and gloomy imagery reveals a wealth of fine detail in close-ups, while the second half of the film is awash with golden hues. Fans of the production will also savour the director's commentary and hour-long Making of… documentary also included on the Blu-ray. However, it's the DTS-HD MA 7.1 soundtrack that really dazzles – not just in the big musical numbers (although they sound fantastic), but through its forceful employment of the entire speaker array.

Les Misérables, Universal Pictures, All-region BD, £25 Approx
HCC VERDICT: 4/5

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