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5. The Truth
Episode 5 of 25
The Mayor of Montreuil reveals his true identity, while Fantine lies dangerously ill. Stars Joss Ackland and Emily Bruni.
The Mayor of Montreuil Sur Mer makes an astonishing declaration in the courtroom at Arras.
Victor Hugo's epic story of social injustice.
Dramatised by Sebastian Baczkiewicz
Jean Valjean .... Roger Allam
Victor Hugo .... Joss Ackland
Inspector Javert .... David Schofield
Fantine .... Emily Bruni
Sister Simplice .... Carolyn Pickles
Judge .... Christopher Godwin
Prosecutor .... Peter Darney
Defence Lawyer .... Jonathan Forbes
Clerk .... Carl Prekopp
Printanier.... Sean Baker
Chapmathieu .... Ewan Bailey
Cochepaille .... Struan Rodger
Director: Jeremy Mortimer
First broadcast on ±«Óãtv Radio 4 in January 2002.
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