Review of The Phantom of the Opera (2004) by Steve J — 09 Sep 2012

I should have known better than to watch a movie of a musical by the guy who inflicted Cats upon the world.

This review of The Phantom of the Opera (2004) was written by Steve J on 09 Sep 2012.

The Phantom of the Opera has generally received positive reviews.

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