Review of Phantom of the Opera (1943) by Jenny T — 17 Jun 2007

No resemblance to the original novel, or the very famous musical,but it is amazing.Claude Rains is wonderful as Phantom.

This review of Phantom of the Opera (1943) was written by Jenny T on 17 Jun 2007.

Phantom of the Opera has generally received positive reviews.

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