What to watch: A literary classic just became a top-flight movie
Briefly

The Count of Monte Cristo, adapted by Matthieu Delaporte and Alexandre de la Patelliere, is a glorious, faithful rendition of Dumas' rich tale of revenge, romance, and complex characters.
Pierre Niney delivers a captivating performance as Edmond Dantes, effectively embodying the character's transformation from a wronged man to a cunning aristocrat seeking vengeance against those who betrayed him.
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