The Phantom of the Opera

Definitely a fever dream but much closer to the book than I can comfortably admit. Chaney does amazing work.

Chaney is the early make-up master. The sets, framing, and shadow work really bring it up a level. And Chaney’s performance ofc.

Nearly a hundred years later, this film holds up on every level.

Chaney tortures his face and channels the pain into his role with memorable results. An old masterpiece and still an inspo for FX artists.

Surprisingly modern despite being silent, very hypnotic atmosphere and haunting images

way better then other phantom of the opera movies, followed plot of book

Great film of the silent era. Masterful performance from Lon Chaney

An absolute classic. Haunting. Best seen with an audience on a big screen.

Extremely important historically. A classic from early cinema years when movies were almost like filmed plays.

I like how before the phantom was a suave mysterious lover he was this ghoulish goofy incel, this absolute creep. Uses his cane as a snorkel