Title: The Phantom of the opera /
Authors: Julian, Rupert,; Reed, Tom, 1901-1961,; Schrock, Raymond L.,; Chaney, Lon, 1883-1930; Philbin, Mary,; Kerry, Norman; Miller, Virgil E., 1887-1974,; Clawson, Elliott,; Universal Pictures Corporation
Publisher: Universal Pictures Corp.,
Year: 1925
Subjects: Opéra de Paris Drama.; Voyeurism.; Man-woman relationships.; Murder Investigation Drama.; Sopranos (Singers) Drama.; Self-preservation Drama.
Abstract: This is the orginal silent film version. The story of a mad disfigured musical genius who haunts the sewers beneath the Paris Opera House, wreaking havoc on the music lovers above, was surefire box office gold. When he falls in love with a young soprano, the Phantom begins a reign of terror devoted to making her into the star of the opera. At least six versions of this film have been produced in Europe and the United States since the silent original was released.