Bille August

When a self-appointed expert on love tries to teach a timid prince the art of seduction, the plan backfires, leading to scandal — and unexpected romance.

The life of Latin and ancient languages professor (Jeremy Irons) is changed when he saves a young woman from jumping to her death. She runs away, leaving behind a novel and a train ticket, prompting him on a journey to Portugal...

Adaptation of the Victor Hugo novel (not the musical). 19th Century France, ex-convict Jean Valjean (Liam Neeson) tries to build a new life of nobility and compassion, as he is relentlessly pursued by police inspector Javert (Geoffrey Rush).