The French Revolution

The French Revolution (1788-1789) was a time of major upheaval in France and shaped the physical and social landscape of France today. It caused a change to the physical landscape of France in that many buildings were destroyed during the battles and many people fought for their country and, in the end, many died for it too. After the events of this revolution France would never be the same again.

Because of this revolution the ruling monarchy of France collapsed within three years and France epically transformed its social order and the principles of equality, citizenship and inalienable rights came into focus and shaped the landscapes of France we see today, not all of these landscapes of course were physical.

For more information on the French Revolution visit: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/French_Revolution

The French Revolution was a pivotal moment for France and, in fact, the rest of the world and this issue was drawn back into my attention due to the upcoming musical-movie I eagerly await entitled Les Miserables which is a movie based on the Musical based on the famous book by Victor Hugo (whose credits also include The Hunchback of Notre Dam and many other famous French classics).

I eagerly await this movie to be released in Australia on Boxing Day wheras others get to enjoy it on Christmas Day!!! It features many great actors, live singing (where the actors sing while filming rather than lip-syncing to a previously recorded track), AUSTRALIAN ACTORS, great sets and wide acclaim. I hope it lives up to its name and who knows, if I see it I may make a post about it. Merry Christmas everyone (for it is Christmas Eve) and I wish you a happy and safe festive season and New Year!

Visit the official Les Miserables websit for more information specific to where you are: http://www.lesmiserablesfilm.com

Merry Christmas

VIVA LA FRANCE