Les Misérables

Fantine: I had a dream my life would be so different from this hell I'm living!

Les Misérables
Starring Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe, Anne Hathaway
Written by William Nicholson, Alain Boublil, Claude-Michel Schönberg, Herbert Kretzmer; based on the novel by Victor Hugo   
Directed by Tom Hooper
Plot: A convict takes care of a deceased factory worker's young daughter through the years as he eludes a ruthless policeman during the French Revolution.

"Not my cup of tea... But for fans of musicals, I'm sure it's great. I did however enjoy witnessing Russell Crowe sing :) "

The King's Speech
Starring Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush, Helena Bonham Carter
Written by David Seidler
Directed by Tom Hooper
Plot: The true story of King George VI of Britain who had a speech impediment and his friendship with his speech therapist who helps him address the nation going into World War II.

"A regal piece of work. Colin Firth is fantastic! I applaud The King's Speech!"