Review of Phantom of the Opera (1943) by Jack P — 14 Apr 2014

Strikes a good balance between tension, humour, music and emotion. A good we'll balanced classic.

This review of Phantom of the Opera (1943) was written by Jack P on 14 Apr 2014.

Phantom of the Opera has generally received positive reviews.

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