Les Miserables. A musical that blew everyone away, right? Set in 1800s France, with a backdrop of the June Rebellion, this musical takes the audience on a wild journey focusing on the story of a paroled man, trying to escape from his parole officer while navigating his own life, and new fatherhood. But, it has to be asked, is Les Miserables as great as everyone says it is? Does the cast hold up almost ten years later? Specifically, does Russell Crowe's performance of Javert hold up almost ten years later? 

Join me as I discuss Russell Crowe's performance of Javert, and everything favourable, unfavourable, and things in between about his performance. Is his casting choice as bad as people make it out to be? Are there parts of it that are actually redeemable? Let's find out. As usual, stay tuned to the end of the episode to hear me play 'Cast It or Pass It' to determine whether Russell Crowe should stay, or if he should go. 

Information Referenced in this Episode:

https://www.broadwaytour.net/why-is-russell-crowe-so-reviled-in-les-miserables/

https://celesteheadlee.com/russell-crowe-and-the-myth-that-everyone-can-sing/

https://www.theguardian.com/film/filmblog/2014/nov/21/les-miserables-my-most-overrated-film

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