I have seen this film over 20 times. I have explored every single line and musical note in this production and I love every bit of it. I can sing every word to the most thrilling and detailed song in the whole movie. (Medley: Down once more) This movie has quite literally changed my life. I hope to see it performed live one day. Having a bad day? Watch Phantom of the Opera. Boom. Fixed. I'm not claiming that this movie will solve all of your problems, but it will solve all of your problems. It has never failed to make me feel better. It shows the horrors and tragedies of life, yet makes it beautiful and worthwhile. The Phantom is broken and just wants love, while on the other hand, she knows which man she should choose for her own well-being. It comes down to what your priorities are. Others or yourself. The intricate beauty of this film is almost unmatched. "A Beautiful Mind"(2004) comes very close in second. Both have the overlying theme of love and what it truly means. Both show how the world will break you and torture you get there is still hope for you. It makes you question: What are you living for? What does it mean? What do you love? And how far would you be willing to go to get it?
Great film.
Great film.