Review of The Phantom Carriage (1921) by Jake P — 21 Nov 2012

The Phantom Carriage is an amazing film. Not only for it's progressive technology but even more for its emotional weight.

This review of The Phantom Carriage (1921) was written by Jake P on 21 Nov 2012.

The Phantom Carriage has generally received very positive reviews.

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