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The Phantom of the Opera (1990)

The Phantom of the Opera (1990)
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This adaptation of Gaston Leroux's indefatigable "grand guignol" piece The Phantom of the Opera stars British actor Charles Dance as Erik the Phantom. This adaptation by playwright Arthur Kopit soft-pedals the horrific elements of the story to concentrate on the love the tragic Erik bears toward innocent chorus singer Teri Polo. The film boasts a stronger supporting cast than was usual for a TV movie, including Burt Lancaster (as the masked phantom's father), Ian Richardson and Jean-Pierre Cassel. The 1990 Phantom of the Opera reunited director Tony Richardson and composer John Addison, who'd both won Oscar for Tom Jones. Filmed on location in France, Phantom was originally telecast in two two-hour installments. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

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Starring:
Burt Lancaster, Teri Polo, (more)
Director(s):
Tony Richardson
 
 
 
 
 
 

Synopsis of The Phantom of the Opera

This adaptation of Gaston Leroux's indefatigable "grand guignol" piece The Phantom of the Opera stars British actor Charles Dance as Erik the Phantom. This adaptation by playwright Arthur Kopit soft-pedals the horrific elements of the story to concentrate on the love the tragic Erik bears toward innocent chorus singer Teri Polo. The film boasts a stronger supporting cast than was usual for a TV movie, including Burt Lancaster (as the masked phantom's father), Ian Richardson and Jean-Pierre Cassel. The 1990 Phantom of the Opera reunited director Tony Richardson and composer John Addison, who'd both won Oscar for Tom Jones. Filmed on location in France, Phantom was originally telecast in two two-hour installments. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

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Director(s):
Tony Richardson
Producer(s):
Ross Milloy
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    Nicole S.

    I am a huge Phantom fan, have seen it several times both in the states and in Canada. I love it so much and I was worried that a T.V. movie version would not do the story justice. I was very wrong. After seeing this moive, I bought it on ebay the next week! The story line holds true to many of the parts of the book yet takes you to different places as well. I completely agree with the other review of the reveal scene.....it is absolutely heartbreaking and wonderful! Charles Dance gives a very moving performance throughout the movie. I think any Phantom of the Opera fan would really enjoy this version. I highly suggest seeing it.

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    Jennifer S.

    While the commercial breaks and break between part I and part II are annoying, the actors do a good job portraying their characters and the singing and music are good. Erik's unmasking is one of the best I've seen, mostly because of what you do not see. I wish it could have been a little more true to Leroux's novel, but the changes are not too off-the-wall. I would recommend it to any Phantom phan.

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    Aubrey Joy A.

    This television miniseries is beautiful. The story line is enhanced with a backline story about the Phantom's childhood. A young Terri Polo is full of innocence and grace as Christine. Charles Dance brings the Phantom to life portraying the passion that drove him. It is a great cast and definitely a must see!

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