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The Phantom of the Opera (2004)

“The Phantom of the Opera” was first a novel by Gaston LeRoux, and then a string of movies from the ridiculously campy to the widest divergence from original plot ever devised by screen writers. Andrew Lloyd Webber got his hands on it and turned it into one of the most beloved plays ever performed, and then Hollywood decided to try again to create a film out of the story, this time getting smart and sticking with the story and using the Webber model and music. Christine Daae (Emmy Rossum) is a chorus girl at the Paris Opera House. She dances … Continue reading →

Andrew Lloyd Webber Diagnosed with Cancer and Morrissey Collapses

It has been a tough week for a few celebrities. Musical legend Andrew Lloyd Webber was diagnosed with prostate cancer earlier this week. A spokesman for Lloyd Webber released a statement that said he “is suffering from the early stages of prostate cancer.” It went on to say he is “undergoing treatment and expects to be fully back at work before the end of the year.” Right now, Lloyd Webber, known for such Broadway hits as “Cats,” “Evita,” and “Jesus Christ Superstar,” is currently working on a sequel to his “Phantom of the Opera” blockbuster titled “Lover Never Dies.” The … Continue reading →

Does Your Guy Like Chick Flicks?

If so, is he open about it or a closet chick flick fan? Or maybe a little of both? Open Fans One couple we’re friends with the husband actually seems to like chick flicks more than the wife. He’s not embarrassed at all about admitting he likes them. In fact, he’ll turn the tables on any guy who tries to shame him for it. He’ll say things like, “You don’t know how many great movies you miss if you don’t give them a chance.” Or, “Don’t fault me for being in touch with my feminine side. You should try it. … Continue reading →

Does Love Conquer All?

My husband and I are not huge movie goers but yesterday we took ourselves off to the movies to see ‘Enchanted.’ And we were! What a fun movie with lots of laughs. I suspect it was a Disney film doing a send up of Disney animated films. Given the G rating I expected there would be lots of children present and there were parents and children but also a number of adults like us in couples or on their own and teenage boys in front of us. Judging by the reaction from the audience, there was not a person there … Continue reading →

Movies Week in Review: January 21st-January 26th

We had a great week in Movie Reviews. In case you missed it, here’s a recap. “The Nanny Diaries” is a cute film about a girl who finds herself at loose ends for work and takes a job as a nanny out of desperation. She finds herself the only sane person in the midst of dysfunction and learns more about human nature than she ever thought possible. “Moonstruck” is the tale of true love found just a little too late and what one man will do to win the heart of the woman he loves. A great story, wonderful acting … Continue reading →