Review of Phantom of the Opera (1943) by Ian G — 02 Feb 2015
1943's film adaption of Gaston Leroux's novel, is one of the best known & respected versions commited to film. Part of Universal's classic monster films, this version sadly tones down on the horror and violence found in the novel & the original 1925 Version (also produced by Universal).
This version like many others it focuses on the romantic plot points a lot more heavily. Claude Rains gives an outstanding performance as the phantom, who in this version was a successful violinist, who fell on hard times.
During his terrible ordeal he ends up with acid thrown on his face, disfiguring him. This is great as we get a different type of phantom as he is learning how to deal with his new disfigurement instead of him having it since birth.
A beautifully crafted romance that fits extremely well with the likes of Universal's Dracula, Frankenstein. The film won 2 Academy Awards, Art Direction (Colour) & Cinematography (Colour).
This review of Phantom of the Opera (1943) was written by Ian G on 02 Feb 2015.
Phantom of the Opera has generally received positive reviews.
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