News: Dec 1, 2012
Russell Crowe is Javert in Victor Hugo’s “Les
Miserables.” A police inspector, he previously worked at a prison where
Jean Valjean was serving a sentence at hard labor for stealing a loaf of
bread. He becomes Valjean’s savior and tormentor. (The Improper)
Eye on the Oscars: The Actor - Supporting Actor Contender
"Javert is a formidable character who drives on in the quest for justice
and righteousness and, ultimately, the law," says producer Eric
Fellner, who claims Crowe was the only one considered. "He's great in
the role. He's fantastic and you'll be incredibly surprised at how
brilliant he is vocally." (Variety)
Russell Crowe has, in fact, never been better, playing the bawdy but
brutal English captain Jack Knife with excellent timing and fine
comedic flourishes. His sparring with the lady of the house of sin,
Madame Blossom (Lucy Liu), positively sizzles on screen and proves to be
the film's high point. (Sydney Morning Herald)
The 44-year-old is a Tony Award winner and a big tip to score an
Oscar nomination for his performance opposite Russell Crowe in the new
adaptation of the stage musical Les Miserables. However, Jackman already
has some Hollywood Boulevard real estate. (Skynews.com.au)
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