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Volume 70, Issue 82,
Tuesday, February 1, 2005
Life & Arts Singing powers 'Phantom' Kim Thai An audience sits in a vibrating theater, bass blaring out of the speakers from the organ instrumental that begins the film adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Phantom of the Opera. After hearing the acclaim for the original production, many had high standards for this film. When going to see this movie, one has to realize that they are not going to go see a just another movie. This is an experience, one that involves music that rivets emotions at times. This movie depends on its music. That is something audiences must keep in mind. They also have to decide if they are going to enjoy two and half hours of continuous singing.
Emmy Rossum's is easily the standout performance in the film adaptation of the popular musical Phantom of the Opera. Gerard Butler offers little to the film as the Phantom except acting as a stepping stone for Rossum to move into the spotlight. Photo Courtesy of Warner Bros. Studios There were some aspects of the film, however, that were a bit too unrealistic. Granted, with watching any musical, a viewer must forgive it for it's unrealistic nature because not everyone busts out in song in the middle of an exam because they didn't study the night before. But, there are some parts of Phantom that will either raise eyebrows or earn a quiet giggle. There is such a thing as too much mist in a movie. It is also hard to understand why a person would need to mount a horse to go about ten feet. The adaptation was a difficult task for director Joel Schumacher, but he managed to pull it off giving audiences a definite eyeful. Emmy Rossum stole the show, or musical, or movie -- whatever. Her performance easily outshone the phantom (Gerard Butler), who took away more than he gave. He was sufficient, yes, but he was not even in the realm of captivating. Raoul (Patrick Wilson) also did a decent job as Christine's true love, but the Rossum is the only reason to watch many of the scenes. Her performance gives fans a reason to go see the movie, and her singing makes them stay. Those willing to dedicate an evening where music
will seduce and scintillate them should not miss this. If anything, at
least go out and buy the soundtrack.
Phantom of the Opera Rated: PG-13 Warner Bros. Studios Starring: Gerard Butler, Emmy Rossum, Patrick Wilson Verdict: Go out and discover the Phantom's
true face for yourself.
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