Review of The Phantom of the Opera (2004) by Diana W — 01 Apr 2013

Emmy Rossum is impressive, this film is not.

This review of The Phantom of the Opera (2004) was written by Diana W on 01 Apr 2013.

The Phantom of the Opera has generally received positive reviews.

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