The Real Jean Valjean
Jean Valjean: He is, in my opinion, one of the most simple and at the same time one of the most complex characters ever written. As readers follow his journey through Victor Hugo’s classic novel Les Miserables, they come to see that Valjean is a passionate person and his story is one filled with many emotions. Love, hate, shame, guilt, the need to prove oneself… All of these timeless issues are embodied in this one man’s voyage to freedom and happiness. Through the years, Les Miserables has been adapted into many things- movies, plays, and even musicals. Every director has faced the challenge of bringing to life the multifaceted character of Valjean; some succeed and some fail. After viewing both Bille August and Glenn Jordan’s interpretation of the book, I believe August’s presentation of Jean Valjean is by far more believable as a human being. In Glenn Jordan’s film, Jean Valjean is played by Richard Jordan, who seems too young an actor to master the intricate details of Valjean’s personality and psyche. As the film progresses, Jordan’s acting becomes increasingly tedious and awkward and he makes no effort to add depth to his portrayal of Valjean as the character ages. His actions seem calculated and cold, as if he is merely
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