"Les Misérables (2026)"

While fully acknowledging the dramatic heft of Christophe Julien's Les Misérables, the score is ultimately serviceable but never quite rises above that distinction. The craftsmanship is evident, as is the norm for this composer, with richly detailed orchestration, expressive performances, and an outstanding sound mix that gives the music considerable depth and presence. Yet despite these strengths, the album lacks a sufficiently cohesive musical thread to earn a full recommendation. Individual tracks are impressive in isolation, but the listening experience as a whole never quite comes together, leaving me on the outside looking in.