The Count of Monte Cristo

A young sailor is wrongfully imprisoned after becoming entangled in a political conspiracy. With help from an unexpected mentor, he escapes, discovers a fortune, assumes a new identity, and sets out to confront those who betrayed him.

My take

You’ll likely enjoy this if you want a fast-moving period adventure blending romance, action, betrayal, and revenge; Not for you if you expect a faithful adaptation or subtle, weighty drama like Les Misérables.

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