Victor Hugo’s position in the world of literature has rarely been equalled. Born the son of a General under Napoleon Bonaparte, at an early age he began writing. His fearless stance for the rights of the common man endeared him to the French people but caused governments to ban his books and drive him into exile. He lived for nineteen years in the English channel islands. The film covers his life and background and ends with an overview of his extensive work. AM033DV05 HUGO 2005 dur:47'21