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Sublime As a die hard fan of the stage show (5 times), I eagerly awaited this movie and was not disappointed, despite a few minor quibbles: (1) The "through the mirror" scene, one of the first spine-tingling moments in the show, was done terribly. (2) Parts of the some of the songs were cut. (3) The crashing of the chandelier was moved to the ending. (4) I'm not sure I liked some of the little bits added in here and there. But overall, a WONDERFUL film, undeserving of the bashing it tooks from critics. Emmy Rossum is luminous and lovely as Christine, Patrick Wilson is a perfect Raoul, and Gerard Butler sizzles as the Phantom. Minnie Driver and Natasha Richardson also excel in their supporting roles. THe sets, costumes, and cinematography are also terrific, and much like the stage version, the ending will break your heart and send chills down your spine.