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Name: jim garver
Website:
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Time: 2000-03-08 22:15:50
Comments: I had the immense pleasure of seeing Michael Crawford as the Phantom on Broadway. I can imagine no one else in the role and would not purchase a ticket to a Phantom movie if it starred anyone other than Michael Crawford. The idea of casting anyone else is silly. Antionio Banderas? Give me a break!
Name: Steve Carlsen
Website:
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Time: 2000-03-07 22:42:50
Comments: Please direct your attention to YAHOO entertainment news. I am sad to say that according to Reuters, Antonio Banderas has been picked for the Phantom movie. It bums me out that with all of the talent in this world, that ALW did not pick Michael Crawford, or any unknown auditioning actor with a better range than Banderas (should be easy to find). Thanks, Steve Carlsen
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Hi Steve, the word tentative was used in this article and so far there has been no official announcement of anyone signed. We have been through this time and time again, we will just have to wait it out and see what the future holds. Thank you for visiting and sending your support.
Best wishes,
TMCPMC
Name: Cassie
Website:
Referred by: From a Friend
From: The South
Time: 2000-03-07 21:30:55
Comments: Wow! This is quite a webpage. I totally approve of the title role cast of MC. His voice is SO incredible! Please continue to make this page the best Phantom Movie page on the net!
Name: Marilyn Frycklund
Website:
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From: Warren, Pa.
Time: 2000-03-07 20:28:54
Comments: I can't imagine Phantom with out Michael Crawford in it. I thought his voice and acting were superb back when he first did it; and now he is even stronger and more electrifying . If Michael does not not make the movie, it should not be made at all.
Name: Christine Sheehan
Website:
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From: Colorado
Time: 2000-03-07 18:39:16
Comments: I think, if there is to be a movie, that auditions should be held in order to find one who could portray the Phantom in his highest splendor. Trust me, I have someone in mind, however Michael Crawford would be an excellent stand in!!! The Phantom shouldn't be made into a movie but if Hollyood wants to be its usual annoying self and rip apart his memory, I'm not for it! But, all in all, if Hollywood is going to go ahead and enrage hundreds of people, then Michael Crawford would hold the best title.
Name: Sandy Hager
Website:
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From: Santa Margarita, CA
Time: 2000-03-06 23:20:46
Comments: Thanks for all your effort to get WB to cast Michael. No one else can play the Phantom. I've said it before and I'll say it again, I won't see the movie unless Michael stars. I've also told my loved ones that if they go see POTO without MC starring I'll never speak to them again :) Thanx again let me know if I can help.
Name: Elisabeth Cooke
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From: Brierley Hill, West Midlands
Time: 2000-03-06 22:28:46
Comments: Please cast Michael Crawford as the Phantom. I have been lucky enough to see Michael perform live and no-one compares even remotely closely to him for the role of Phantom. Please, please,please. Michael Crawford definately gets my vote or two!!
Name: Davonna Struthers
Website: Diva's Page
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From: Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
Time: 2000-03-06 08:48:21
Comments: personally I would like it if there was no movie version made (mainly because of the dissapointment with the film version of evita, and would not want that to deter people from the story of phantom) if it is made a film though, the original phantom must be doing the role again, michael crawford is the only one.
Name: Brooke Hollis
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From: Michigan
Time: 2000-03-06 01:11:51
Comments: I think Michael Crawford would be sensational for the part of the phantom, after all he is the phantom to me!I would be very disapointed if Michael Crawford and Sarah Brightman did not receive the roles which they deserve....I wish you all the best of luck in your fight for their rightful roles!
Name: Tracy Marshall
Website:
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From: South Wales, UK
Time: 2000-03-05 21:44:11
Comments: He is simply the best!!
Name: Jillian
Website:
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From: VA
Time: 2000-03-05 20:11:25
Comments: Hey! Great page....i vistited awhile ago when i first heard about it...just thought i'd pop back in to see if anything else has been decided. I so want to this movie come out with Michael Crawford!!! :o)
Name: Ervin Lizotte
Website:
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From:
Time: 2000-03-05 10:04:10
Comments: THE WORLD NEEDS THIS GREATEST OF PERFORMANCES TO HAPPEN !!!
Name: lorraine
Website: not got one
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From: scotland
Time: 2000-03-04 16:55:09
Comments: Micheal is just so cool,his voice moves me to tears,he puts so much into hie songs.It`s my dream to be able to see him live,maybe one day I will.
Name: Elyse Thornton
Website:
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From:
Time: 2000-03-03 23:43:45
Comments: Michael Crawford IS poto. If he's not in the movie, I won't be in the theater.
Name: marcelo montangero
Website:
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From: argentina
Time: 2000-03-03 20:26:41
Comments: i want to see the film immediately with michael in the cast.
Name: Andy Sanders
Website:
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From: UK
Time: 2000-03-03 13:54:56
Comments: I am in full support of this campaign. michael Crawford has been a role model for me in my amateur acting/singing pastime. i admire his professionalism and his ability to go below the surface of the lyric and bring out new meaning and nuance. The Phantom belongs to Michael Crawford and Lon Chaney and as the latter is currently otherwise engaged, there is only one choice.
Name: Sally Smith
Website:
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From: Pottsboro TX
Time: 2000-03-02 23:19:41
Comments: Keep up the good work I would hate to hear Phantom buchered by someone's bad casting.
Name: Callie Thornton
Website:
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From: Utah
Time: 2000-03-02 16:26:08
Comments: The first broadway soundtrack I ever heard was Phantom of the Opera. As soon as Michael Crawford started singing Music of the Night I was hooked. When I saw him perform songs from POTO live in concert, I thought I would die. The man is unbelievable! He's able to convince me that he is the phantom, even without the cape and mask. I've only had the opportunity to see POTO three times. If it were to be on the big screen, I'd see it at least once a week. But only if it was made right. With Michael. Putting Antonio Banderas in the film would be a joke. I enjoy him as an actor, but I'm not at all impressed with his singing abilities. I wouldn't see the movie once, let alone once a week. And I would convince all of my friends to boycott it as well. If you're not going to make the movie right, please don't make it at all.
Name: Donna Zegar
Website:
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From:
Time: 2000-03-02 08:38:07
Comments: My daughter and I feel that a movie version of "The Phantom of the Opera" would not be worth seeing if it did not have Michael Crawford as the Phantom. My daughter has grown up with the original cast recording and knows all the parts and songs. She first heard the music when she was 7 years old and is now 18. What I would like to see is as many of the original cast as possible for the movie. It is something that will live on and on. Many people could not see the Phantom when Michael Crawford and Sarah Brightman were starring in the musical. I have seen the touring company and once on Broadway but not with Crawford and Brightman. When you think of the musical you automatically think of Michael Crawford and Sarah Brightman. It couldn't be any other way. Sincerely, Donna & Jennifer
Name: ar
Website:
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From: australia
Time: 2000-03-02 01:26:54
Comments: I would like to explaim what Michael Crawford playing Phantom of the Opera means to me. About 15 years ago a neightbour lent me a set of tapes that she had copied from her daughters LP records. When I heard them I just had tohave a set for myself. The Phantom of the Opera became my favourite piece of music and my total ambition for the next three years was to the Phamtom. Unfortunately, at Phantom was still being performed in England and there was no talk of it coming to Australia. When it finally did come I wondered how on earth I was going to see it as I lived in Newcastle, NSW and Melbourne was such a long way away. Thanks to the loving co-operation of my family knowing how much it meant to me I was able to go on a weekend coach trip down to Melbourne in 1991 to see Anthony Warlow as the Phamtom of the opera. Since then it has been my priviledge twice more th go and see Phantom of the Opera and even though I think both Anthony Warlow and Rob Guest both did amight performance I think Michael Crawfords voice as the Phantom is 100% and the feelings he puts into his performance from his opening line of "Insolent boy" to his last line of "Its over now the music of the night" will never be repeated by anyone else.
Name: Dee
Website:
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From: Chicago
Time: 2000-03-01 14:47:50
Comments: Just had to share this cute story--Last week, I was at my brother's house, and after dinner we were sitting in their living room. My sister-in-law had a copy of The Complete Phantom of the Opera, sitting on her coffeetable. My 4 year old nephew, Andy, who loves books, began turning the pages. We started to tell him how deformed and sad the Phantom was, when he came to the page where Michael is having his makeup applied. The first photo shows him without his makeup, to which Andy replied, "He's not scary, he's a good looking guy"!!!
Name: Gerri
Website:
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From: New Jersey
Time: 2000-03-01 12:00:18
Comments: I can't imagine anyone else playing the Phantom besides Michael Crawford. I would dearly love to see him perform all the songs that I have listened to on the soundtrack for years. Michael IS the Phantom, & if he is not cast in the movie, I will stay home & listen to my CD instead. Thank you, Gerri from New Jersey
Name: barbara scully
Website:
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From: Connecticut
Time: 2000-02-29 20:35:38
Comments: I saw a small piece in the newspaper about the site. We saw David Willets in London and thought he was wonderful - then we saw Michael Crawford! Amazing. He is the best phantom and should be in the movie. Age is not a factor - voice and presence are factors. I don't expect that we would bother to see the movie in the theatre without Michael Crawford.
Name: Abby
Website: Wish I had time to have a Phantom page of my own
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From: You don't need to know
Time: 2000-02-29 19:45:54
Comments: I was in love with the Phantom of the Opera ever since my tour bus drove past the Paris Opera House, and our guide started playing "The Phantom of the Opera". I though that was the coolest song I have ever heard. That was 2 or 3 years ago, I'm 15 now, and I still am obsessed about the Phantom! My mom finally got me the soundtrack about a year ago, with Michael Crawford as the Phantom. I played it endlessly, memorized every word, and longed to see Michael Crawford in London. But I had no way of getting there anytime soon. Well, this fall the traveling US "Phantom of the Opera" came to our city. I was so syked, and me and my mom got $15 tickets. I knew Micheal wasn't going to be in it, but I thought that this would be my only chance to see it! Well, I saw it and was dissapointed. The Phantom's voice was different, he looked different, and didn't even seem like a Phantom at all. To tell you the truth, I didn't really even enjoy it. All because I expected to hear Micheal Crawford's enchanting voice singing. Now I want to see the London cast as bad as ever. I want to hear Michael Crawford, Sarah Brightman, and all of that wonderful cast which I have singing on my tape. Then I found this page, and heard about the Phantom Movie, and now I finally have hope of seeing Crawford! To make this long story short, I am dying to see this movie, but if Michael isn't in it (and Sarah too), I will not bother seeing it. The Phantom isn't the Phantom without Michael. Long Live Michael Crawford, the only true Erik!
Name: gary fuller
Website:
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From:
Time: 2000-02-29 19:32:26
Comments: there is NO person out there that would bring justice to "PHANTOM" but Micheal Crawford...have seen the show many times belive me it's gotta be Micheal
Name: Cece Cushman
Website:
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From: California
Time: 2000-02-29 11:31:38
Comments: My mom (74) my daughter(27) and myself (50), have all seen Michael Crawford as the Phantom (in Los Angeles, CA.)several times, We are three different women from three different generations, however we all agree that he is perfect for the role. Can you give us one reason why the part should NOT be his? He has earned the right, lets stop this fight and make the movie. Carolyn Cushman
Name: janene coleman
Website:
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From: New York
Time: 2000-02-29 03:52:39
Comments: pleaseeeee Micheal Crawford as the Phantom in the upcoming Warner bros. movie! His performance as the Phantom should be in existance forever, and for those of us who havent had the privaledge to see him in this outstanding role!
Name: Jessica Mulleneaux
Website:
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From: Arizona
Time: 2000-02-29 02:45:12
Comments: A noble cause indeed. Creating a movie version of "Phantom" wothout Mr. Crawford would be akin to remaking the Indiana Jones trilogy without Harrison Ford or "Gone With the Wind" wothout Clark Gable. If you remove the man who defined the character so firmly, you lose the character's soul.
Name: Caryl Johnson
Website:
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From: Long Island New York
Time: 2000-02-28 21:42:52
Comments: I totally agree that there is no better person to star as the Phantom than the Original Phantom of the Opera Michael Crawford. I would love to see Michael Crawford in the New York City area for a concert. Please let me know if Michael Crawford will be in concert somewhere in the New York City, Long Island New York, New Jersey, Connecticut area on tour.
Name: Margriet Howe
Website:
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From: British Columbia, Canada
Time: 2000-02-28 14:34:16
Comments: Great Website! Phantom of the Opera is the Best!! I will be sure to make this site a regular place to visit!!
Name: HELEN MCQUAITE
Website:
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From:
Time: 2000-02-27 20:10:56
Comments: No brainer:

Michael Crawford
IS the 'Phantom of
the Opera"!
Name: Brian Carter
Website:
Referred by: From a Friend
From: Los Angeles
Time: 2000-02-27 17:35:25
Comments: Nice site. Good work. Hope this is a success. Brian
Name: Doris Collinvitti
Website:
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From: Wheeling, WV
Time: 2000-02-27 17:30:47
Comments: I have very strong feelings about Michael Craawford playing the phantom in the movie. I saw Michael live in concert three times in Pittsburgh which is about an hour from Wheeling, WV . Each time he was singing the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber. Which also he performed many songs from the Phantom. He can command the attention of an audience like no performer I have seen in years. His voice is beautiful and truly trained, I cannot see anyone else playing the part in the movie. In an interview with Larry King on CNN he told Mr. King that Sir Webber asked him to play the part in the movie. Now they decide aman with no singing ability will do the part. I have no objection to Mr. Banderas as a movie star, but as the Phantom he can do no justice to the part, On Sir Webber's 50th birthday celebration broadcast on PBS TV I was shocked that Mr. Banderas sang as the Phantom and everyone was there from his other shows but Michael Crawford, If that was not a slap in the face I don't know what was. Sorry , but my feelings are very strong and Michael is the only one I could watch in a movie of the Phantom. I did see the show on stage but not with Mr. Crawford playing the part of the Phantom, I enjoyed it very much, but was comparing the Phantom's voice and movements to Michael Crawfords. There is no comparison, I think they will be making a big mistake if Michael does not get to do the movie. I and my friends will not be going to see it !! Thank you for letting me voice my opinion, this has been bothering me for sometime. As far as I am concerned no one else can take his place.
Name: Jason Turner
Website: The Official Bring Back Kirk site UK
Referred by: From a Friend
From: England
Time: 2000-02-27 15:19:28
Comments: I would like to voice my support for the inclusion of Michael Crawford in the proposed Warner Bros. movie, as the title role of the Phantom. He captures the raw undilluted petrol of human emotion, and audiences are both consumed and captivated by his artistic and flawless portrayal of this disfugured genius. The first name that comes to mind whenever anybody mentions the musical, is Michael Crawford. The name sells the musical, and would almost certainly sell the movie. So isn't it time that these studios put their money where their financial returns almost certainly lie? I dream of a future where modern cultural icons are in the hands of visionaries and not businessmen. Thank you for your time. Regards Jason Turner
Name: H.Young
Website:
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From: U.S
Time: 2000-02-27 04:09:34
Comments: This has been a wish of my lifetime! I would pay any amount to see this movie with Michael Crawford and Sarah Brighton. I have always wanted to see this musical and never had the opportunity. Warner Bros. must know this project would be a promised success unless they have an underlying agenda. Makes one wonder doesn't it?
Name: Diane
Website:
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From: Palmdale, CA
Time: 2000-02-26 22:32:07
Comments: Hi Jana, I just have to address your post right below and I am writing this as an individual and a fan. It very much concerns me that the portrayal of the Phantom will be the PERFECT record left behind for everyone in the future, there is only going to be one shot at "Phantom" becoming a movie classic and if they ruin this one we may never see another movie musical. I have viewed many other actors in the role as the Phantom, I did also see Davis Gaines three times, never, not once have I ever left the theatre after seeing someone else and not wished it was Michael Crawford back up on that stage once again. Passion, love, sensuality, anger, he displayed all the emotions and absolutely to the edge.
Lord Lloyd-Webber PLEASE, do the right thing by this play, your fans and the future audience...... cast MICHAEL CRAWFORD, do it SOON!!! Time is slipping by....... Don't change the score, rewrite the libretto or anything else from the original play that is so loved by your fans..... Record this beloved play to be cherished forever, stay with the winner it already is..... Use the man who brought the heart and soul to your Phantom. MICHAEL CRAWFORD.
Sincerely,
Your fan who still cannot give up.....
Diane
Name: Jana Ploss
Website:
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From: Lompoc
Time: 2000-02-26 21:57:04
Comments: I continue to review this site frequently. (ps: please add another line to How did you find us? such as, I am a frequent flyer!). I read how many believe they have seen great phantoms, but think Mr Crawford should receive the part because he originated the role in three different cities and stole top awards in all, London, Broadway, Los Angeles. I have actually seen an outstanding performance by Davis Gaines and he was outstanding because he refused to imitate the Master. Unfortunately no matter how outstanding Mr Gaines performed (he did some acts better), he did not surpass Mr Crawford. He came damn close. What I am basing my judgement upon is the sexiest scene that either performers did not try to replicate or performed poorly. The scene was when Mr Crawford gondolaed into his lair, alights with Christine, hurls his hat offstage, continues the same arc to rake his fingers through his hair, then slide his hands seductively down his body. Every bloody time he did so, the females would gasp, and the males would take notes. I know Mr Crawford discovered that ploy during rehearsal when he thought he might have flipped his wig. He checked to make sure it still was intact and the choreographer told him to keep the move. The musical is extremely difficult to emulate. Even the Master has some problems. On the recording, there is the pathetically endearing and frustrating chortle Mr Crawford ejaculates just before sending the chandelier crashing to the stage. In all the performances I saw, he never did as well as the recording. Cats may now be a memory (at least Broadway's), but it has its memory recorded in a live cast performance which beats the what-ever-happened-to Universal's animated version. The Phantom of the Opera should have the same respect. Give us, Lord Lloyd Webber, a memory we can be proud to see many times. Give us Mr Crawford.
Name: Meghann Hebeler
Website:
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From: California
Time: 2000-02-26 17:47:00
Comments: My name is Meghann and I am 15 years old. I included my age so anyone who reads this can see that everyone of all ages loves The Phantom of the Opera. I am really looking forward to the movie version of Phantom. I am a die-heart fan of all musicals and want more to come out on video. I hope to see Micheal Crawford as the Phantom, because I have the c.d with him as the Phantom and I love it. When I saw Phantom in New York, we had a different man as the Phantom and the experience was different. I think that Micheal Crawford should play the Phantom, because he has the most beautiful voice I have ever heard. I really hope he will be casted and make this Phantom the best ever.
Name: Thomas Covington
Website:
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From: LA, Ca
Time: 2000-02-26 09:12:17
Comments: The idea is excellent and I could not Imagine Phantom Without him. I have seen Phantom 10 times and Althought it was OK without Him, But it was AWESOME when he was playing Phontom. He brings such life and feeling to the role, that a movie version with out him would be a waste.
Name: Janet
Website:
Referred by: From a Friend
From: California
Time: 2000-02-25 18:56:43
Comments: I would love to see Michael Crawford in the movie! He is the one true Phantom!!!!
Name: siu2
Website:
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From: England
Time: 2000-02-24 02:57:01
Comments: This is a terrific campaign and with everyone's support we would like to say again, "Michael Crawford is the man!!!" We all know this and let it be!

Mike, you have my support! NO MATTER WHAT! ;)
Name: Aura
Website: Aura's Silly Role Playing Stuff
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From:
Time: 2000-02-24 02:40:08
Comments: I seriously agree...I have yet to even see this play...though I am sure it won't be half as good without MC as the Phantom. I've only listened to the CD and as Granny said that's exactly how I feel. He is the phantom when he's singing that part. At least to me he is, for I have heard many of the other recordings of others and no one can come close to what he's able to do with it. I dunno how old the people who come here are but I'm only 17 and I'm hoping very much that MC gets the part in a film...because I want my children(I think ahead a lot) and my children's children etc. TO be able to not only hear but see such an absolutly breathtaking movie.(as it would be if MC played Phantom) This is why I'm here and while I will be until people realize what I have. and I realize it's not that all the other actors are bad artists...quite the contrary. Though if you put an average drawing next to a beautiful painting it will naturally look less exquisite. You get the idea. That's how I feel with MC as the Phantom. No one else could ever be as tall as he with that part. They can only try to copy it...and that is why they sound so bad in that role to me. I've heard the original and thus have been very spoiled...I don't want to hear anything else. -Aura "Sore wa himitsu desu."
Name: Granny
Website:
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From:
Time: 2000-02-24 02:36:27
Comments: I saw Paul Stanley, an experienced and respected artist in Toronto play Phantom. I respect his artistry, and with all due respect, he was NOT a good POTO. If he wasn't great AB wouldn't be great either. MC the only POTO for me!!! His voice soars and becomes the very soul of Erik, and even after only hearing the CD, I could picture every move, especially in MOTN. If he could do that by voice alone, I believe no one could EVER portray the Angel of Music so effectively and gorgeously than MC, on or off screen.
Name: Katie
Website:
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From: USA
Time: 2000-02-24 02:26:15
Comments: Hello, I ran across the page New Years eve. I have been coming back to see if anything has happened ever scince. I have been reading many letters too, it is interesting about how many people are involved in this. I mean no disrespect towards AB, But MC ONLY!!! If MC isn't in the movie, I will only go because I love the story and to inform the rest of you if AB ruined it. Hopefully our protests will get somewhere. If you ask me, I think ALW might have some sort of grudge against MC or something, otherwise, why wouldn't he cast him? After all, the reveiws for MC were above oustanding!
Name: Bob
Website:
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From: Australia
Time: 2000-02-23 22:19:21
Comments: Okay Antonio was god in EVITA but if he was ever cast as the PHANTOM Andrew Lloyd Webber is an asshole. Casting the greatest role ever to a guy who really cannot sing PHANTOM songs (just look at the ALW ROyal Albert Hall performance with Sarah Brightman. SO yes I will join the fight for Michael Crawford to star in PHANTOM movie. I will get all my friends here in Australia and tell them to say "No MC no MOVIE".
Name: Audrey Aucott
Website:
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From: Texas
Time: 2000-02-23 22:11:12
Comments: It looks like ALW is putting together a package, - script, director,actors (and maybe a new song or two for an Oscar bid) - to present to the money men, "The Men in Green" at the studio who must give the final OK. I don't know who has final say on the project, but I think WB would be insane to have given it to a "composer" in an age when the movie musical is all but dead and burried. I imagine WB has the "yea" or "nay" option over the package. With a "NEY" at that point ALW can do the whole thing over or scrap it entirely. I am willing to bet that if WB finds ALW difficult, that they can bury the entire project as well. When Terry Semel was the head honcho, I think he thought any package at all would be fine as long as it included a big star and since AB was under a 3 film contract - well, why not? Such were the creative considerations of Mr. Semel, who gave the world such spectacular trash as "Sphere." I still maintain the highest hopes that Mr. Alan Horn is both a pratical man and a man of artistic vision. I hope that he saw MC as the Phantom and remembers the effect he had on audiences. I hope he has noticed the devotion of this group and many other MC people and how special that devotion all is. I hope Mr. Horn has been informed of the 13 million people who have the Original Cast Album. I hope he is aware of the misguided perception ALW has of his own masterwork, as we have just seen it come to light.

"Christine of the Opera" indeed! :) Sure, ALW set out to make her the central character, a young woman influenced by 3 men. But the public already knew the story. It was the Phantom they came to see and, thanks to Michael Crawford, it was the Phantom they came to love. Christine is not the tragic figure here. She is not the source of the high romance. Belittle the Phantom role and and you might as well make a wedding shower the highlight of the show. How dull!

If WB goes ahead with this project, this remade mess of mass stupidity, WB had better remember that another Phantom lurks over at Universal. If they persist in this folly, and distroy this unique musical, they will find themselves competing with that rat infested epic - and loosing into the bargain! As my best friend has often said to me - the two most common things in the universe are Hydrogen and stupidity. Best Wishes, Audrey Aucott
Name: carisa baca
Website:
Referred by: From a Friend
From: califrnia
Time: 2000-02-23 17:37:23
Comments: i love michael crawfords voice and i think it would be funny to have some one else as the phantom in the movie. this is a good thing you are doing. :)
Name: Gina Durando
Website: Erik's Kingdom
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From: Maine
Time: 2000-02-23 15:02:04
Comments: I would really like Michael Crawford to star, because no one else can really play the role like he does. The movie will be a great hit.
Name: Patrick Somers
Website:
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From: North Carolina
Time: 2000-02-22 06:41:39
Comments: Michael Crawford is the only Phantom in my book!
Name: Beverley Hughes
Website:
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From: Western Australia
Time: 2000-02-22 05:18:11
Comments: There can be only one! Michael Crawford for Phantom.....
Name: Carolyn Sheppard
Website:
Referred by: From a Friend
From: Canada
Time: 2000-02-22 05:03:45
Comments: Michael Crawford is undisputedly the Phantom. No other can bring the same amount of passion and underlying hurt to the role as he can. To replace him by some hollywood would be a travesty. Michael Crawford IS the phantom and cannot just be shoved aside.
Name: Cyncie
Website:
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From:
Time: 2000-02-22 03:34:49
Comments: As I see it, AB has a few problems. His own lack of a recent box office success makes his hold on the Phantom role less secure, since that was the excuse the studios gave for wanting him in the first place. The second problem is the increased public awareness of the campaign and fan support for Michael in the role. The third problem is the increase in Michael's publicity and the public's awareness of him due to his book. Given all this, AB has to make himself seem to be in a stronger position. Don't get discouraged, and keep plugging for the best!!
Name: Jim Moore
Website:
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From: Great Falls, MT
Time: 2000-02-21 23:01:39
Comments: Michael Crawford is the only logical choice for the part. I can't imagine Warner Brother's signing any one else. I would hope they get the delusionary dollar signs out of there eye's and go with the man born for the role!
Name: Andrea Weaks
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From: Michigan
Time: 2000-02-21 22:55:05
Comments: Have seen Paul Stanley and Kevin Gray in the title role, but, who is better than Michael Crawford?!!!
Name: Amy Bell
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From: Indiana
Time: 2000-02-21 22:30:33
Comments: Let Michael Crawford be the Phantom!!!
Name: Alison Lehto
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From: Oakland, Maine
Time: 2000-02-21 22:10:38
Comments: Antonio Banderas is absolutely wonderful in "The Mask of Zorro!" Antonio would make a good Raoul in "The Phantom of the Opera." But only Michael Crawford can truly be the Phantom, Erik. It is only right that the man who performed this role 1300 times on stage should thrill movie audiences with this same performance. But Mr. Banderas could woo the beautiful Christine and win her in the end. Please help this come true. Thank you and God bless!
Name: David & Susan Leffler
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From:
Time: 2000-02-21 21:41:39
Comments: crawford for phantom! go! go! go!
Name: Joanna Hilliard
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From: Mansfield, Ohio
Time: 2000-02-21 21:40:13
Comments: Michael Crawford was, is and always will be the Phantom. No other voice or style will ever come close or duplicate his accomplishment. Just as Clark Gable was Rhett Butler, Michael Crawford is the Phantom.
Name: Robin Binford
Website: Richardson, Texas
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From:
Time: 2000-02-21 21:37:02
Comments: As a long time fan of POTO, I wholeheartedly concur with the thousands of "Phans" that there is but one choice for the role of the Phantom in the movie adaptation, and the reason is one that has been well articulated by many: THE VOICE! I have only twice seen touring productions of POTO but have heard the original cast recording countless times. There is nothing so moving as hearing Michael Crawford's voice making the passionate plea to "Christine" to help him "make the music of the night." There is no other voice that can emote the devastation and heartbreak as when Crawford as the "Phantom," after hearing "Raoul" and "Christine" pledge their love to each other in "All I Ask of You," sings, "He was bound to love you when he heard you sing." His voice soars, it bellows, it cries, all of which not only captures "Christine's" heart but all of the listeners of the original recording, as well. Those who have seen Crawford on stage can speak of his visual portrayal and persona of the "Phantom," and now through this website the rest of us can view his live performances at the Tonys and the various television appearances. I have seen his PBS concert and last year's appearance of "Regis & Cathy Lee" and have seen the reaction of the uninitiated listener become moved to tears and inspired by his voice. (I highly recommend all "phans" view these video clips.) We all know and understand that movies, as a visual medium, allow us to see and experience every aspect of a location, and situation in a screenplay. And I'm sure that the production company of this movie will spare no expense in creating the lavish interiors, the extravagant costumes, and the visual effects that we would come to expect. We also know that movies also allow us to view our favorite celebrities and actors under close magnification so that we may "savor each sensation" of their beauty and handsome looks. Such is the way of movie casting. But as all POTO fans know the character of the Phantom is not portrayed or alluded to as a handsome figure - mysterious, perhaps, but not outwardly chiseled and having "rugged good looks." Antonio Banderas is unquestionably handsome and would have a certain charisma and appeal to many loyal but uninitiated fans of his. As for his voice, it has charm and flair but it is hollow and lacks a certain passion that only MC possesses. One only has to listen to find the beauty and passion in Crawford's voice that embodies the soul and persona of the "Phantom." In his voice we are moved to fear him, and loathe him, and yet we also are moved to feel compassion, empathy, and pity for him. As mentioned by other writers to this website, the "Phantom" is ageless. He is a man of mystery behind the mask. To suggest to Phantom fans that this movie would draw millions of people longing to "see" Banderas in this role is to suggest that we can trivialize the character for the sake of the potential box office draw. We would rather "hear" Michael Crawford deliver that inspired vocalized beauty, the beauty that the "Phantom" embodies, for Crawford is the consummate "Phantom." Deep in his soul he embodies the "Phantom." His voice "takes us where we long to be." When Warner Brothers, RUG, and ALW understand this they will make a great movie, not just a good adaptation of a great stage musical.
Name: Donna
Website:
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From: Melbourne Australia
Time: 2000-02-20 02:05:39
Comments: I have seen Phantom in Melbourne. I was so impressed I bought the CD. After listening to the CD I found there is only one Phantom.
Name: Earl J. Washburn
Website:
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From: Placerville, CA USA
Time: 2000-02-19 22:20:35
Comments: We hope!!!
Name: marie wise
Website:
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From:
Time: 2000-02-19 20:51:20
Comments: there is no one else who can play the phantom as Michael Crawford can. Antonio Banderes does not have the voice and vocal range to carry off such a performance!
Name: Lauren Gragert
Website:
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From: Houston, TX
Time: 2000-02-19 20:24:34
Comments: I would love to see Michael Crawford as the Phantom in a movie!
Name: Genevieve Lebson
Website:
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From: Indiana, Pa
Time: 2000-02-19 20:01:07
Comments: I hope that you are successfull in your endevors.
Name: Barbara Mueller
Website:
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From: St. Louis, Missouri
Time: 2000-02-19 19:12:45
Comments: Go easy on the boycott threats -- they rarely work. I'd prefer Crawford as the Phantom, but I'll see the movie, regardless. I just hope the movie does the play credit, unlike the movie version of A Chorus Line, which was awful. I had heard that ALW was considering Antonio Banderras for the role, since Crawford was "too old" for the part. Now, that's the worst excuse I've ever heard. The scarred and masked Phantom is ageless. If they need the Banderras name, why not use him as Raoul? In any case, how long do we have to wait before production begins?
Name: Kristi V. Campbell
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From: Las Cruces, New Mexico
Time: 2000-02-19 18:44:43
Comments: Michael Crawford is the Phantom of the Opera. Warner Brothers should be honored to have him and Sarah portray their characters on film.
Name: Sofia Svensson
Website:
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From: Sweden
Time: 2000-02-19 18:18:26
Comments: Mikael Crawford is the only man who shall play in the movie. He is the best! He is a perfect phantom!
Name: Paul Zauner
Website:
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From: Buffalo, New York
Time: 2000-02-19 17:10:22
Comments: I agree with this cause. I would only buy tickets for the movie if it stars Michael Crawford.
Name: Loretta Williams
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From: New Hampshire
Time: 2000-02-19 14:11:36
Comments: I have seen Phantom five times, never with Michael Crawford, but I have the original recording and can't imagine anyone but Michael in the movie. A younger actor who can't sing would be of no consequence since the phantom is masked throughout the whole show anyway. The voice of the phantom is what counts and I hope whoever films the movie will see that this is the most important thing.
Name: Diane Bradford
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From: Australia
Time: 2000-02-19 12:48:47
Comments: Was very pleased to find a site with so many positive comments. I have been a fan of Michael's for years and agree that only he can do justice to the role in the Phantom movie.
Name: Cecil J Ferguson Jr
Website:
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From: Kingsport, Tn
Time: 2000-02-19 07:29:35
Comments: The Phantom is a Classic which deserves to be placed on screen in the same fashion as how it is presented in real life Broadway style. If anyone should be used for the role of the Phantom then let it be the one and only GREAT ONE...not a Hollywood name...it didn't work for the Batman movies it only gave them a horrid name. Do not allow this to happen to such a legend of the theatre.
Name: E. G. Brewster
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From: Florida, USA
Time: 2000-02-19 07:16:41
Comments: Though I have seen the musical several times, I have never had the pleasure of seeing the role of the Phantom performed by Michael Crawford. And it is his voice that I thrilled to on the cast recording, his soaringly romantic interpretation that interested me in the story to begin with. I like Antonio Banderas, and he has a good voice -- but not a great one. The Phantom is supposed to be a man whose voice, whose every enunciation, is of such supreme beauty and longing that it stuns and seduces everyone who hears it. It can't be a pleasant pop sound that strains at the high notes -- it has to be a strong, classically-trained voice, capable of the demands of operatic grandeur, but also ethereal, delicate, and strikingly romantic. According to the story, it has to make Christine fall under the Phantom's spell with its own power alone. I don't believe Banderas or Travolta can cut this. Crawford can. He already has. Note to site maintainers: I was made aware of this site by its Feb 18 mention in USA Today -- I hope I am not the only one!
Name: Lisa Gardner
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From: Wheeling, WV
Time: 2000-02-19 05:54:40
Comments: Simply put, there is NO other phantom than Michael Crawford, period!!
Name: Nina S. Jones
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From: Flagstaff, Arizona
Time: 2000-02-19 05:29:58
Comments: I was wondering if I was the only one who thought the exclusion of Michael Crawfor was a ludicrous idea. Thank you! Nina
Name: Jon Bennett
Website:
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From:
Time: 2000-02-19 04:17:09
Comments: There is only ONE phantom
Name: Stella Loo
Website:
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From: New York
Time: 2000-02-19 04:06:59
Comments: I love the broadway musical of The Phantom of the Opera, I saw this show about 20 times. I just teary eye when I first saw it with Michael Crawford. I think he deserves the role.
Name: Dave S.
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From: cincinnati ohi
Time: 2000-02-19 03:17:35
Comments: there can only be be true choice for the role and that is Crawford. I have seen the production three times, each time, with a different lead. Crawford was and will always be the best!
Name: Linda
Website:
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From: Pennsylvania
Time: 2000-02-19 03:00:08
Comments: Someone just mentioned how great Michael Crawford is on the original soundtrack. Having seen him last year in concert, I wanted to point out that he sings those songs better now then on the original soundtrack! This man's voice improves with age. I heard people at one of his concerts saying that they got more out of him singing those few songs in concert then they did seeing the entire play with someone else. You can see him turn into the phantom right before your eyes, without a mask or prop of any kind. I never had the privilege of seeing Mr. Crawford in Phantom of the Opera. I can only hope that Andrew Lloyd Webber and Warner Brothers come to their senses and cast him in the movie version.
Name: T. Anderson
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From: New Jersey
Time: 2000-02-19 02:44:25
Comments: The Phantom wears a mask throughout most of the musical. So it makes no difference whether the part is played by a young man or an older one. What does matter is his VOICE! And the voice of the Phantom is only Michael Crawford!!! If Warner Brothers is so intent on casting Antonio Bandaras in the role, then they obviously don't want the movie to make a profit. I, for one, will not pay money to see it!
Name: Ingrid Witherell
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From: Vermont
Time: 2000-02-19 02:02:43
Comments: They would be fools not to make Michael that Phantom in the movie.....he is amazing.....
Name: James Slater
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From: Michigan
Time: 2000-02-19 01:39:15
Comments: After seeing seven Phantoms, reading all the books, and listening to Michael Crawford's renditions - NO ONE ELSE BUT MICHAEL CRAWFORD can bring the Phantom alive with emotion and heartfelt sincerity.
Name: Bridget Williams
Website:
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From: Pennsylvania
Time: 2000-02-19 01:05:21
Comments: Michael Crawford IS the Phantom..The only Phantom. He should be the Phantom in the movie and it would be an extremely egrigious error to cast anyone else. No offense to Antonio Banderas. He may be a very nice person, but his singing, etc. as Che in Evita was not impressive. I would hope that ALW remembers this, and takes proper action to ensure the legacy of the Phantom role. If Mr. Webber does not see this error, then I suggest a boycott of ALL ALW's productions.
Name: Paul Westcott
Website:
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From: Geelong, Australia
Time: 2000-02-19 01:01:37
Comments: Warners must not repeat the ignorant mistake they made in not casting Julie Andrews as Eliza Doolittle in 'My Fair Lady'.
Name: Staci
Website:
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From: Michigan
Time: 2000-02-19 00:01:26
Comments: Michael Crawford IS the Phantom. I don't see how they could cast anyone else in that role. I've seen Michael in concert several times, and each time he sings a Phantom song he seems to transform and actually become the Phantom again. Nobody else could do the role justice.
Name: Marianne Burke
Website:
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From: New Jersey
Time: 2000-02-18 21:24:19
Comments: Put Michael in the movie!!!! Saw info in USA Today.
Name: JoAnn Hayes
Website:
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From:
Time: 2000-02-18 21:23:55
Comments: Go with Michael Crawford......he's terrific!!!!!!
Name: Lisa Boyer
Website:
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From: Indianapolis, IN
Time: 2000-02-18 21:08:02
Comments: Mr. Crawford is a must. I have seen the show without him and I plan to see it again, but the original soundtrack is what hooked me.
Name: Mindy Levin
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From: Kentwood, MI
Time: 2000-02-18 20:58:20
Comments: Please release the movie version of Phantom!
Name: Gaye Anne
Website:
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From: Surprise, Arizona
Time: 2000-02-18 20:12:53
Comments: I want Mr. Crawford to be the Phantom in the movie as there is no one else who could be. His voice and his hands there could be no other. If Mr. Webber puts in another he will have a major flop on his hands. Being 56 is wonderful as I am 53. Age should not be a factor unless Mr. Crawford thinks it is. Knowing how he has done all of his stuff before, I am sure that he is ready and willing to do it for his fans.
Name: Lin Abendroth
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From: Iowa
Time: 2000-02-18 20:08:01
Comments: I can't believe that there is even a discussion on this matter. Of course, Michael is the Phantom -- the Phantom is Michael. No one could ever make us feel the way we feel when he does the Phantom. I still get goose bumps everytime I see the play or hear it's music. Why tamper with perfection? Get Michael, at all costs.
Name: Peggy Mutsch
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From: Whittier, CA but born in Chicago, IL
Time: 2000-02-18 19:23:50
Comments: I would love to see Michael Crawford cast as the Phantom. His voice does not only reach to heaven, but it comes down from heaven and reaches us all.
Name: Grant Bell
Website:
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From: Canada.
Time: 2000-02-18 18:33:54
Comments: Unfortunately I have not seen Michael Crawford in a live performance, but have managed to collect some of his music on cd, & was able to see him perform via tv. As for The Phantom, I took in the London production in 1996 & also the Toronto show 2 years ago, both were outstanding, of-course I,m looking forward to the movie & I hope Mr Crawford can take the lead. Regards G.B.
Name: Susan
Website:
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From: Atlanta
Time: 2000-02-18 18:30:38
Comments: Although a movie isn't the same as the play, I AM IN FAVOR OF MR. CRAWFORD!! I saw him in LA & he was BEYOND AWESOME!! HIS VOICE JUST GRABS YOUR HEART!! After the curtain call, he walked forward & was applauding the audience!! That's a true artist for you-showing his appreciation for us!!
Name: Patricia Hoffman
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From: King of Prussia, PA
Time: 2000-02-18 17:25:46
Comments: Since I first heard the music with Michael Crawford's voice, it has haunted me and always manages to touch my heart and soul when I play it. I finally saw the play in NY but it was about a month after Crawford left. I was heartbroken. I read the book, "Phantom Unmasked", to learn more about him and his background. I would only to to see the movie if he were in the role.
Name: Earlean Garner
Website:
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From: Atlanta, Georgia
Time: 2000-02-18 13:41:07
Comments: He is the only ONE!
Name: Annalisa Schubert
Website:
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From: UTAH!
Time: 2000-02-18 06:00:29
Comments: I totally agree that Michael Crawford is the one and only Phantom. Only he can make us sympathize for the Phantom, and make us want him to win Christine. I dont see what's wrong with warner bros. anyway. His voice is just right for the part. He and Sarah have some kind of chemstry when they sing together. And it sounds wonderful! *ANNALISA*
Name: Lori J. Feltner
Website:
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From:
Time: 2000-02-18 01:47:48
Comments: How can anyone consider someone other than Michael Crawford to play the Phantom?? While others have done a good job in the play, there is no other Phantom than Michael Crawford. He IS the Phantom and the Phantom is Michael! Come on, Mr. Webber, get Michael for the movie! You can't possibly go wrong!!!!
Name: Dave
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From: USA
Time: 2000-02-18 01:39:30
Comments: Lets make two phantom movies 1 with Michael & 1 with antonio lets see who goes to see which, I know what the percentage would be Michael 99% - Antonio 1%. Lets face it Andrew nobody wants to see Antonio play the Phantom so why do you keep pushing at peoples emotions and feelings. I know that the only thing that is going to get pushed is your career out the door, so do the smart thing, no the right thing give Michael(the phantom)crawford what he has worked hard for, for 10 years he deserves it and you know it, your just thinking about money, well I don't want to spoil your fun but if you allow antonio to play the Phantom you won't make any money cause like I said nobody want's to see antonio play the Phantom
Name: Don
Website:
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From:
Time: 2000-02-17 22:35:33
Comments: I have been enjoying exploring this website and have to commend all on it's truthfulness and manner in which the information is presented to as to give visitors a well-rounded education in the casting of the Phantom. I have been involved in the theatre as a musician and know how important it is to maintain the success and integrity of a production. It is the original actors/actresses, who bring to a character something from their own experience, who are then able to bring a character to life and make the character believeable and real to the audience. As an actor/actress creates a character from experiences in his/her own life, it gives the character heart and a soul and real emotions to which the audience can relate. After visiting the Phantommovie site it is obvious why Michael Crawford is the one who would maintain the integrity and success of POTO. Also, his diverse experience on the stage, and in movies and TV,would serve him well as he makes the transition from the stage to the screen with POTO. I invite all vistors to explore this website fully and to make an entry in the guest books.
Name: TMCPMC
Website: The Michael Crawford Phantom Movie Campaign
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Time: 2000-02-17 13:41:39
Comments: Welcome to our 34th Guestbook. We thank all who sign here in support for Michael Crawford to star in the film version of "The Phantom of the Opera."
TMCPMC
Total: 100 guests