Set in the late 17th century, this film follows the life of a young man named Gwynplaine, who bears a permanent, disfiguring smile carved into his face. Raised by a traveling showman, he becomes a star attraction due to his unusual appearance, yet he yearns for acceptance and love beyond the spectacle. The movie stars Gérard Depardieu and Marc-André Grondin, bringing depth to this adaptation of Victor Hugo’s novel. Directed by Jean-Pierre Améris, the film explores themes of identity and societal perception. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.