Les Misérables - Featurette: "OTS: Samantha Barks wins role of Eponine"

This Christmas, the epic musical comes to the big screen. Get tickets now: www.fandango.co...
Helmed by The King's Speech's Academy Award®-winning director, Tom Hooper, Les Misérables stars Hugh Jackman, Oscar® winner Russell Crowe, Anne Hathaway and Amanda Seyfried.

[@judaihyuga]

I'm glad she got the role. I don't think anyone could've done Eponine half as well.

[@Bowtiesammy8]

She should've been nominated for an oscar. I agree Anne Hathaway is great but she isn't a supporting actress.. even if she is only there for half of the film but Sam Barks did a great justice to Eponine and I'm so happy she get the film role. I just wish she was able to win or even be nominated for Best Supporting Actress.

[@kaitlynparker1381]

+Bowtiesammy8 Anthony Hopkins won the supporting actor role for Silence of the lambs and he's only in the film a total of 11 minutes.

[@andressegui1236]

Kailtyn Parker he actually won Best Actor

[@AngeloCabanting]

Go girl!! Replace the people behind the Oscars!! 'cause you know how to judge more!!

[@irun_mon]

Her voice is so.. so.. so.. I can't even describe it

[@meghibbitts5037]

Samantha was my first Eponine since my first full experience was the movie. She is the reason why I fell in love with Eponine in the first place, which shows that she is such a wonderful Eponine

[@avad.4370]

I remember this day so well. I remember her before she even started her Eponine days at Queens theatre. She was 19 then. I ran her US fansite, and we because good friends. When she was announced for the movie role, I couldn't be more proud. This video always brings the feelings back. She's the sweetest, and I'm so proud of her and all of her accomplishments. She'll always be a very important person in my life..

[@Evar0se]

thats so so cute omg

[@valentinogal781]

I was so happy she got that role.. She was the best Eponine. She had a connection to that character and brilliant at it. She is so underrated... We need more of her. She is Eponine!! Samantha is so talented and was born to play that role just like Sierra Boggess was born to play Christine Daae.

[@anneisaway]

I wish the movie would've let her belt a bit more, but I guess since it's a movie, there's not as much need to be loud and have her voice travel.

[@cockroachcharlie5619]

Word on the street is they asked her to tone it down cause it was TOO good. I don't have reliable sources for that though. If I ever dig one up I'll let you know.

[@coreyboggs2011]

@@cockroachcharlie5619 I heard that too. She was going all out and they had to get her to bring it down.

[@jasonjayawardena8512]

Samantha Barks is beautiful

[@MaggieLathem]

It's sad that because of her un-known hollywood status she didn't get nominated for anything. She did a spectacular job in this role. This is just the begining for her

[@pointone1125]

Best performance in the entire movie. I'm so glad I got to see her live as Eponine

[@martinmanifold2241]

She is doing an awesome frozen !!

[@TazHampson]

I've known Samantha since I was in year 7. She is a amazing singer! So proud of you! Its an honour to say that I sat next to you at lunch, sang with you in school choir and have your very first CD! xxx

[@ellielonglegs_]

Wait, you have Looking in Your Eyes. Just curious, do you still have it today?

[@hollywoodwerewolf]

A person can get blindsided by her dimpled smile. And, as always, the singing.

[@AndrewKendall71]

I didn't expect it - I thought Hugh or even Anne would be - but Samantha's performance was the high point of that movie for me.

[@ashemery9678]

Samantha banks you are my favourite person in the film you are such a lovely person and you have amazing talent I don’t tend to tear up in films but you did that. Keep on being amazing

[@user-jl7ym4en5b]

Lovely story of a deserving young lady. Good for Miss Banks. I'm certain she will have a long career ahead of her. I've only seen the film, & thought she was brilliant.

[@harajukukevin6657]

singing talent over an amazingly famous face, that is such an amazing opportunity, and that rarely happens. I love sam as eponine and I was so excited and it comes out tomorrow I'm gonna see it christmas day

[@singenstattatmen5096]

Especially since it barely happened at all in the movie! Pretty much everyone else was fame over musical talent, which is why she shined even more so than usual. One of the very few people in the cast one could actually imagine also pulling the role off on Broadway - obviously in her case you don't even need to imagine, since she did it. ^^

[@Jujupig8]

She is such an inspiration

[@patmata018]

Sam is an amazing Eponine! Love her!

[@JatkaJay]

Her waist is impossibly small! And on top of that she wears a belt too. It describes to me, at least, that Eponine tightens her stomach to keep her from feeling hungry

[@lili-ii3gv]

its a corset that they wore at the time

[@c8Lorraine1]

Part of the movie was, to stay true to the graphics and costumes. So good we’re they that the team walked away with best costume and set directions Oscar that year

[@paulloach7289]

Samantha Barks is one of the most beautiful women in the world. She is absolutely stunning xx

[@Allygran1]

Samantha Barks is remarkable, she made me cry :(

[@QuatFax]

When Sam was on "I'd Do Anything," she studied under Idina Menzel and commented, "I never thought I'd get to meet Idina Menzel!" Now she is going to be so much BIGGER than Idina Menzel! We love you, Sam!

[@bradleyy2kaii8]

what i think you mean to say was non of the other actors have a stunning voice life Samantha, watching the movie i dont think you can tell its her first movie i think she should be a contender for the academy award

[@lynseycollins7162]

I think she was that sweet that my cat is named eponine xx

[@chelseahernandez4151]

Love samantha barks.

[@perlamozley5022]

I love you Sam Barks, your are perfect for Eponine....

[@2008dude12]

Samantha and the rest of the cast in the movie did a fantastic job! My dad and I loved seeing the movie last night.

[@markpatti_]

she was literally perfection in this movie. honestly she made the movie for me. her performance was so real and so honest. i just loved it.

[@janw491]

She was amazing as Eponine makes me cry everytime

[@mackelliotschaefer]

Aww Sam is too cute! I adore her

[@14samramirez]

Eponine is my favorite character in Les Mis. When I first heared Sam sing On My Own my heart breaked and I am sooo happy she is in the movie!!

[@turtle169916]

Samantha gripping her scarf, describing her "burning desire to play" ;u;

[@williamjackson2089]

There are some who play the part they're asked to play and others who become the character they're playing. Samantha manages the latter so in the film one believes she is Eponine, not merely playing her.

[@newphung]

Her live singing is just, phenomenal

[@TinkerBri]

I love Sam so much ♡♥ I want her back as Eponine, she was the best xx

[@williamfairchild7439]

0:11 The television series was I'd Do Anything on BBC One in 2008 where Cameron and Andrew were looking for Nancy and Oliver in Cameron's new production of Oliver

[@TheSmallestStream]

Personally Eponine is the character I feel the closest to and Sam really did a wonderful job with her in the film, my hat's off to her. :)

[@jesseflick3884]

I've only cried in a couple movies💦, but this is the only movie where I have overwhelming the cried my heart out💥. I think it's because I kind of relate to Eponine🔥, but she is such a beautiful character and Samantha barks🚺 portrayed her with such beautiful perfection.✨ and I loved it so insanely an exceptionally much! it was absolutely terrific,➰ and phenomenal,🔳 in so many ways.!!!🌟⭐🌠

[@wmays600]

Couldn't of happen to a more beautiful and nicer person than Samantha. This is just the beginning for her you will see what a hit she becomes.

[@raaach95]

I've loved Sam since I saw her in the 25th anniversary concert, I'm SO happy she gets to play Eponine in the movie!

[@dontuse926]

got goosebumps all over watching the moment he gave her the role! I saw her do the role in the west end twice and she was epic. Eponine is now me dream role off the back of it. Sam is an inspiration.

[@mikaku]

Yep. Crying already.

[@jlsterbelieber8887]

Her cute little laugh at the end aw

[@37839]

I rewatched the movie this month and for me On My Own is the best moment in it

[@JackKnifeLetters]

She is going to be fabulous. She deserves this too!

[@gollysmolly]

Sam Barks is going to be THE Eponine for our generation and the next few to come.

[@WolfieeBecca]

Acting on camera is very, very different from acting on stage. Samantha Barks was stage before film, so she's obviously not as good as Anne or Hugh or anybody else yet who have had experience in countless other films - but I see great talent and potential (: She is truly wonderful.

[@sabzspursfan127]

Every now and then I rewatch this clip and it makes me cry every single time.

[@maximumeverdeen]

She is so amazing! I wish she was getting more recognition. Her name hasn't been in ANY of the trailers.

[@CutandPrintFilms]

Samantha Barks is amazing! She is gonna get so many awards for this role!!! :)

[@carsegamariluz]

I really, really, really, but really really, hope she gets all the attention she deserves and all the great papers she deserves because, if you remember this is her FIRST MOVIE and she was frigging amazing in it, and whoever says otherwise is just plain wrong.

[@musicsmiles174]

she is so beautiful in this role and the rain and it just gives me CHILLS.

[@jaylu0717]

I just watched the film today. Her voice is by far better than anyone's on that set. Great film.

[@helpstopanimalabuse8153]

I saw a advanced screening yesterday in Sydney,Australia & I can tell you the film is twice as emotional as any live Les Miz performance. Samantha was fabulous but in the cinema I have never witnessed almost the entire Audience bawling (not crying) out loud uncontrollably. The film is fabulous. A warning; if you do not like crying in front of strangers then you should pick a seat away from other people.( & I am very serious). I have already bought my ticket to see it again.

[@MaddiePaige2112]

She's the best. I absolutely love her.

[@TheRandwickboy]

just saw the show she was outstanding

[@stefieannmusic]

im so glad she was chosen for eponine!!!!!

[@myladeets]

i loved her in this movie.

[@zukihoney135]

She is beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@amberbeebee]

wow really? i never realised he was in musicals! especially ones as amazing as this! thankyou!

[@helpstopanimalabuse8153]

Dont worry everybody, I saw the film on Saturday 22/12 in Sydney,Australia & she was brilliant, when she sings "On My Own" it takes your breath away & will make you cry. Her role as Eponine in the film will break your heart several times. She is among a cast of Superstars & she fits in sublimely. By the end of the show all the Audience were a blubbering mess. I am going to sere the movie again on Xmas day. Don't wait for the dvd , it won't have the same effect. This is a unforgettable moviie.

[@imanitsunami]

she almost made me cry...so beautiful

[@BeckyTeacup]

same, I love her! and she has the most experience with her role as well as the story.

[@BroadwayBabe10689]

Ugh. I love her. I'm so glad she got the part in the film. No one else could do it, IMHO.

[@no_regregs]

I fucking LOVE Samantha Barks!

[@myteenagevoice101]

she is the PERFECT eponine. it's insane. i love her, look up to her so much and i can't wait to see her on the big screen (if my tears aren't screwing with my vision.) in 3 days (:

[@theawesomesimfan]

Samantha Barks was perfect for the role!

[@bradpackblue]

This is one of the best moment of the film...simply beautiful

[@92amille]

She absolutely blew me A W A Y in each and every scene she was in. Absolutely beyond AMAZING!

[@beingbeckeroni]

Yay Sam! She deserved it!!

[@missEggFriedRice]

OMG I didnt realise until I got home and found out she is the same actress who played Eponine in the musical in London. no wonder she looks so familiar. Back then I was so amazed with her live performance already. I felt lucky to have seen her live! She is perfect for the role!

[@con0712]

She deserves more attention

[@jackpotbuttonlewisii1518]

I, LOVE SAMANTHA! I've even met her too recently on her UK Tour and also she sang 'On My Own at the end of her show too! :D

[@TheiLYALL]

I absolutley love Samantha Barks as Eponine!!!

[@TheMoniqueblack16]

her and hugh for sure had the hardest performances in this movie

[@matt6829]

She is so perfect

[@babiedanii]

She is my absolute IDOL and has been since the first episode of I'd do anything !!! It told her I love her at the premier and she said Thankyou I could have died right there :O I hope people don't all of a suddenly think they are sams biggest fan because I genuinely love that girl !!

[@EFantasic]

No one else could have done this role. I'm so happy she got the part!

[@Reyrocksall]

Sam has the most emotion.

[@justmeandtommy]

This woman was born to be Éponine, so glad Cameron and Tom understood that.

[@KateAndMePopCulture]

I wish she would have nominated in a supporting role as well....brilliant !

[@oliviasirius7708]

Aw the picture with Alistair as Marius and Killian as Enjolras! I remember that cast, absolutely brilliant! Sam really deserves everything she's got, such a nice person and extremely talented!

[@dottiedots221]

1:04-Samantha and the guy who was Fagin realized what's going on :)

[@FreyaC94]

She makes me so happy

[@PinkSwiftPenguin]

I love Sam, she's so talented!!!

[@frogbf]

Her reaction was priceless! I almost cried!

[@sekellas]

Samantha Barks was wonderful, the cast as a whole really did a great job... I think people will find things they liked and didn't about the movie...that being said, many were concerned Russell Crowe wouldnt do justice to Javert, I can gladly say he did an excellent job. And to have Colm Wilkenson take in the Bishop of Digne after a storied career as the original Jean Valjean on the stage was just perfect and gratifying. We saw a sneak preview on 12/19 and have tickets for a Christmas Eve show

[@alexanderzamora5930]

I have the soundtrack and Sam is the bomb! Boy, she brought Eponine to life!

[@lindsaythomaston618]

I love her style! I can't wait to see her in the film.

[@lyricspeople1234]

Samantha Barks

[@chelseaphillips9210]

Actually love her!

[@amberbeebee]

oh thankyou!

[@HowBrightWeShineDude]

MA BBY BARKSY

[@IluvJesusAndTwilight]

love eponine!

[@christianmarshall3439]

It's a shame. She's the most talented cast member in this movie, yet no one seems to care about her. SHE deserves to be on the movie posters. SHE deserves the fame. It's a pity.

[@videogirlsk]

0:41 woah there. nick jonas.. my childhood is coming back..

[@xcelgymnast13]

Love Sam! Yes yes yes!

[@michaelwilkinson3303]

omfg is perfect is every way possible

[@MusicmanAlexG]

If Marius won't love you, I will love you Eponine!