The Phantom of the Opera

The Phantom of the Opera

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The Phantom of the Opera

Emmy Rossum, Gerard Butler, Jennifer Ellison, Minnie Driver, Miranda Richardson

Based on the hit musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber, the tale tells the story of a disfigured musical genius that haunts the catacombs beneath the Paris Opera, waging a reign of terror over its occupants....( read more  read more... ) When he falls fatally in love with the lovely Christine, the Phantom devotes himself to creating a new star for the Opera--exerting a strange sense of control over the young soprano as he nurtures her extraordinary talents.

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  • November 30, 2009
    some parts are amazing 2 watch and listen 2 and some parts not so much but over all i liked it.
  • May 21, 2009
    An exceptional adaptation in terms of both the novel and the musical.

    The cast was very pleasing; especially Emmy Rossum. Choosing an actress close to the character's own age was a good move. Usually, the role would be filled by an experienced actress in her late twenties, but 1...( read more)7 - year - old Rossum is fresh - faced and inexperienced, echoing the character's own situation. It's hard to believe that this beautiful young lady concurrently starred in 'The Day After Tomorrow'.

    I'm a Lloyd - Webber fan, so the music was a set hit for me. As mentioned before, the cast did a very good job. I definitely prefer Rossum and Butler to Sarah Brightman and Michael Crawford.

    That said, the film, though excellently presented, can be a bit overdramatic. If you're annoyed by swooning and dramatic pauses (not to mention operettas - I can't believe the number of people who complained 'But all they did was sing!'), then you'd be best off watching something else. But if you appreciate good visuals and good singing, then this one's for you.
  • March 8, 2009
    What an amazing joy ride. The cast was wonderful, they hit them all on the nail. The performances are very memorable and I was very surprised about some of them. Who knew some of them could sing like that? Emmy is so stunning with talent, what a dangerous combination. Butler...wo...( read more)w...the whole package, love him. Wilson was great also. I was very amazed and loved it!
  • January 19, 2009
    visually stunning musical epic. however there's nothing more to relish than the visuals. even minnie drivers part is boring in it. the songs are all similar at best
  • January 1, 2009
    I absolutly adore this film! Fabulous musical, wonderful cast and score
  • January 4, 2010
    still a little hard to believe it is the same man in 300 who sang this Opera. People will continue to surprise you :)
  • January 4, 2010
    I love the story and the musical, even though this is an entertaining movie, it doesn't do the story any justice. Disappointing really.
  • January 2, 2010
    this movie is brilliant!
  • January 1, 2010
    I thought it was pretty good.
  • January 1, 2010
    found it really really boring

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