![]() But having not watched them, doesn’t seem like I had the same disappointment as the audiences did back when this was released in 1962, and was a bit of a flop for Universal and Hammer Films. This version of The Phantom of the Opera, from what I understand after listening to the commentaries in this very release, has a less romantic angle compared with others. Quick Hit Review: I won’t pretend to have an over familiarity to the classic stage play or the various adaptations other than knowing the notable music, particularly its theme. ![]() When Christina (HEATHER SEARS), the young star of a new musical is contacted by the shadowy specter, her producer (EDWARD DE SOUZA) investigates, tracking the ghostly Phantom to his secret underground lair. Plot Synopsis: Mysterious mishaps bedevil a London opera house, but when tragedy strikes during an opening night performance, it’s clear that these “accidents” are the deliberate work of a deranged madman – The Phantom (HERBERT LOM). Shout Factory provided me with a free copy of the Blu-ray I reviewed in this Blog Post. Writer(s): Gaston Leroux (play) John Elder (screenplay)Ĭast: Herbert Lom, Heather Sears, Edward De Souza, Thorley Walters, Michael Goughįeatures: Commentaries, Featurettes, Theatrical Trailer ![]() The Blu-ray release from Shout Factory has a good selection of bonus features and high-quality video/audio transfers. ![]() The Phantom of the Opera is an entertaining enough adaptation thanks to a heartfelt performance from Herbert Lom.
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