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The Michael Crawford Phantom Movie Campaign Guestbook

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Thursday 05/31/2001 6:01:55pm
Name: Diana L. Marshall
E-Mail: dianam3446@aol.com
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Where are you from?: Roswell, New Mexico
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: Really Andrew: Haven't we given you a lead pipe hint as to how your POTO movie will be received if Michael Crawford ISN'T in the starring role? Don't degrade your finest work, your crowning achievement. You KNOW Michael is the ultimate and only Phantom...you picked him for the stage version after all!

Make the world happy!
Thursday 05/31/2001 4:19:55pm
Name: jorge de la Rocha
E-Mail: jorgedelarocha@prodigy.net
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Where are you from?: Tucson AZ
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
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Wednesday 05/30/2001 9:36:01pm
Name: Christine
E-Mail: phantomkitty44@worldnet.att.net
Homepage Title: none
Homepage URL: http://none
Where are you from?: New York
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: I love the Phantom!!!!
Wednesday 05/30/2001 7:03:50pm
Name: Meg
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Where are you from?: USA
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: Alright well I've already signed the book and I'm on the mailing list, but I must express my opinions once again. Of course I want Michael Crawford cast as the Phantom, but suddenly viewing this 'short list' of Christines has made me nauseous. I guess I'll have to grudgingly allow that Sarah Brightman is past the appropriate age to play her on film, but may I ask how Jessica Simpson, Andrea Corr and Catherine Zeta-Jones got on this list?? I really don't have anything against these women, I'm actually a particular fan of Zeta-Jones', but obviously none of these women are vocally capable to play the role! I mean Simpson and Corr are certainly not operatically trained, and as far as I know Zeta-Jones doesn't sing at all. At least get someone who has PLAYED THE ROLE onstage!! There have been many beautiful and talented actresses who have proven that they could actually do the job. One more reason I'm completely disgusted by this entire movie. I just watched that Bob Hope clip and I nearly cried. It's so unfair not to cast Michael. Sorry I got off on a tangent there, as Christine doesn't concern me as much as the casting of Michael as the Phantom, but I had to make my feelings known.
Wednesday 05/30/2001 5:50:42pm
Name: William Tyson
E-Mail: wmtyson@prodigy.net
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Where are you from?: Dover Delaware
Referred By: From a Friend
Comments: Just, keep up the good work. We want this piece of magnificance on film.
Wednesday 05/30/2001 5:46:11pm
Name: Marti Vandevoort
E-Mail: marti1@qwest.net
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Where are you from?: Gilbert, AZ
Referred By: Just Surfed On In
Comments: I never got to see him on the stage. I must see him in the movie!!!
Wednesday 05/30/2001 5:42:32pm
Name: Laura Daniel
E-Mail: Miriador@aol.com
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Where are you from?: New York, NY
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: When I first heard the music to "Phantom of the Opera" (in 1989) and heard Michael's beautiful voice, I knew I had to see this amazing man perform the role I had come to love! So I bought a ticket for the LA production and was lucky enoguh to catch him there. It was a DREAM COME TRUE! He was so incredible that I saw the show twice while in CA! And I have to say that if Warner Brothers and ALW would cast him as the Phantom, there would be millions of fans just like me who would be going to the movies over and over again just to watch the brilliant Michael Crawford recreate the role of the Phantom.

I must also add that I have seen the show various times throughout the years, and no one has come close to Michael Crawford's Phantom. There have even been some actors, sad to say, who have practically ruined the role and my sweet memory of it. I would hate to see that happen with the film.

PLEASE, Warner Brothers! Cast Michael Crawford!
Wednesday 05/30/2001 2:58:40pm
Name: Marilyn Wink
E-Mail: marilyn.wink@gartner.com
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Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: New Jersey
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: The movie version of "Phantom of the Opera" will not be the same without the one and only Michael Crawford. He has a wonderful voice and we know he can hit all those high notes. His performance of the "Phantom" in the theater was extraordinary. We all know his capability as a actor is incredible and so is his voice. This part calls for Michael Crawford and no one else. I cannot believe the Warner Bros. along with Andrew Lloyd Webber would consider giving this part to anyone else except to Michael Crawford. Michael on stage brought this person to life, he is the "Phantom". This part had been promised to Michael in the eary 1990's, why change your mind now. If you cast someone else than Michael Crawford, you will be making a very expensive mistake.
Wednesday 05/30/2001 1:52:07pm
Name: Fiona Scott
E-Mail: scotts.grigor@bosinternet.com
Homepage Title: Thank you for the music
Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: Edinburgh
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: Thank you for letting me appear in the ALW production of poto
Wednesday 05/30/2001 12:42:27am
Name: Cynthia Bleich
E-Mail: bleichc@mail.davenport.k12.ia.us
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Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: Davenport, Iowa
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: There is no Phantom without Michael Crawford. If he had not starred in the original musical, it would not have become the word-wide phenomenon that it is. The movie can do the same if the casting is right. Only Michael Crawford will bring back the truly magnificent feel to the character. Do it right, and the crowds and the awards will come.
Wednesday 05/30/2001 11:36:00am
Name: Leatha A. Betts
E-Mail: jlabetts@burgoyne.com
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Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: Utah
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: Back in 1991, a cold February day, my friends and I had the privilege of seeing one performance of "Phantom of the Opera", it was during the Gulf War...and the airports were filled with lines of people waiting on security checks and delays...we decided to take this pilgramage from Utah, to Los Angeles on the Amtrak Train....a 15 hour trip, one way....

We were fairly green as far as travel was concerned, but Michael Crawford's portrayal of Phantom on the album called to us....and it was imperative that we obtain tickets, five months ahead of time, and then find a hotel 17 blocks away from the Ahmanson Theater, that had rooms available...
also staying up all night on a Sunday...to pay for the tickets....

Our efforts were rewarded, we received the golden tickets in the mail, then prayed that Mr. Crawford was well enough to perform the 2 p.m. matinee. (the week before our scheduled performance, he had a throat virus)

When we arrived, we purchased the memorablia...and spoke with die-hard fans waiting at the will-call windows for returned tickets. Then after living the dream...and nearly in a daze, we heard and felt Mr. Crawford's magical mystery tour. Later that evening we went back to the Theater, to wait in line, for an autograph....it was raining lightly (winter in Los Angeles) but we weren't cold, as we had come from Utah which was having a deep freeze (snow five feet high), so the 40-50 degree weather was balmy..
We waited patiently, and Mr. Crawford came out in the rain... kindly gave the 25-30 people, his autograph, and photo opportunities, the two things which we cherish even 10 years later.

This pilgrimage was worth every penny we spent, and the time and effort it took for two handicapped (arthritis for one, and polio for the other)and one daughter....to have the thrill of hearing and seeing Mr. Crawford perform live.

It is our sincere hope that we will be able to once again see his performance, this time on the Silver Screen...so that we can share the memories of a stellar work. Mr. Michael Crawford is the only person that can bring the "Phantom" to life, giving the character the depth of pain and triumph of voice that the role requires.
Tuesday 05/29/2001 5:50:30pm
Name: Leslie Warmbier
E-Mail: walstib11@msn.com
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Referred By: Just Surfed On In
Comments: Is Andrew Llyod Webber feeling okay these days? I mean what is he thinking giving the lead role to Antonio Banderas for all people?! I think Andrew Llyod Webber has let the success of the Phantom go to his head. I mean the man tried to continuate the story for Gods sake!! He has even written different music for the movie. I doubt it will even compare to the original. He is ruining what he so greatly created and to be honest, I hope he learns a great lesson from it.
Monday 05/28/2001 9:41:18pm
Name: Rita Dahlke
E-Mail: rdahlke3@hotmail.com
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Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: Minnesota
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: I watch this website with great interest. I would love to see Michael Crawford as the Phantom in the movie. The recent article from the UK that was mentioned on the message board featured the words "has not been ruled out" in regards to Michael playing this role. I hope and pray that this happens. It was really exciting to read those five words. Good luck to Michael and to this campaign! I hope TPTB are listening!
Monday 05/28/2001 7:42:47pm
Name: Redil
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Referred By: From a Friend
Comments: MC is cool!
Monday 05/28/2001 7:36:48pm
Name: Catherine
E-Mail: Bubblees926@aol.com
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Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: Lebanon, PA united states
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: I heard about the movie and i had to see if it was true! He is my favorite person who did the phantom!
Monday 05/28/2001 3:28:50pm
Name: Josh Villegas
E-Mail: a1f2r3c@yahoo.com
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Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: Woodstock,IL
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: I just want to help the effort!!
Monday 05/28/2001 12:14:43am
Name: Joy Chettle
E-Mail: joychettle@aol.com
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Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: Northamptonshire, England
Referred By: Newsgroup
Comments: It's unthinkable that anyone but Michael should play Erik in the Phantom movie. I can't believe that a British composer would snub the best British singer we have, and one that has made millions for him since his musical began.
Is that what they call, cutting off your nose to spite your face, and biting the hand that feeds you??
This campaign is fighting for right, and I am proud to participate.
Monday 05/28/2001 12:09:04am
Name: Isabel Gonzalez
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Where are you from?: Puerto Rico
Referred By: Just Surfed On In
Comments: My name is Isabel Gonzalez from Puerto Rico. I am currently 29 years old and it is my wish to include my voice to those that would like Michael Crawford to portray once more the role that made him an unforgettable singer. In the 1980's He portrayed The Phantom, a tragic hero in Andrew Lloyd Webber's Phantom of the Opera. That was an unforgettable performance. Michael made the character what it is now, a three dimensional being that radiates emotion, passion, and above all breathes life. Everybody else that has portrayed the Phantom in successive representations has found a role model in that firts portrayal by our beloved Michael. Not only that. He has a wonderful voice that has not aged a bit. I wonder, who else can bring to the big screen all the glory of the Phantom, than the man that gave him the image we all know? I personally think that even though there are many talented people with the qualitites to give some life to the character, only Michael could be able to lift Eric from the flat world of the big screen and transport him into our world not only with his talented acting but also by his incredible voice. Mr Webber... if you want to make this a MEMORABLE picture, allow Michael Crawford show his powerful talent talent on screen, and you will have a movie that will remembered for all time, truly a CLASSIC. Sincerely, Isabel Gonzalez
Sunday 05/27/2001 6:25:25am
Name: Barbara
E-Mail: royalchuffness@cs.com
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Homepage URL: http://
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Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: I've just got to say I really appreciate all of the information you people can find out. I had NO idea how much was actually going on with this movie until I stumbled onto this site (which is incredible by the way). I am telling everyone I know about it and to log on and show support. Thanks, and I really hope, too, that Michael plays the Phantom on film. He deserves it, after all.
Sunday 05/27/2001 0:39:32am
Name: grace gray
E-Mail: gracegray@home.com
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Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: Vernon, British Columbia, Canada
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: I have followed Michael Crawford's career for years - the biggest disappointment of my life was when he cancelled his show in Vancouver for which we had tickets. He is wonderful.
Saturday 05/26/2001 2:55:42am
Name: Patricia
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Where are you from?: Washington State
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Comments: Sincerely hope that they cast Michael in this role. He deserves it because he worked so hard to make it fantastic.
He gave his all and he would be the one to make the movie what it should be. He's given me alot of enjoyable hours of listening to his music, would enjoy him in the movie, not someone else.
Saturday 05/26/2001 0:54:29am
Name: jodi zollinger
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Friday 05/25/2001 9:03:50pm
Name: Christine
E-Mail: LadyPhantom99@aol.com
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Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: Lakeland, Florida
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: If Michael is not cast for the role of the phantom in the movie, they should not even bother to film it. No one will want to see it. I know I certainly would not. Michael Crawford IS the Phantom.
Friday 05/25/2001 7:47:09pm
Name: Emily Hendrix
E-Mail: tealcav@yahoo.com
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Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: Dear Movie casting people or whoever reads this: I have seen the Phantom 3 times and i am obsessed w/ the musical and music. When i heard this movie was coming out i was so excited. I just assumed it would be Michael and Sarah who are my idols!:) I saw Sarah Brightman in concert 3-4 years ago and i still can't get over her! I have seen many musicals w/ my family and friends and I listen to musical soundtracks all the time...i have seen Evita on stage before and i saw the movie a few years ago w/ Antonio and Madonna...and i love madonna shes one of my favorite singers and i think antonio is a wonderful actor...however i just felt the movie Evita was not anywhere near comparable to the musical and i just felt like they needed more of a singer who had actually acted on stage that part, i heard that they were discussing Antonio as the phantom not that i am saying hes not talented....but could he pull off another musical?? WHY NOT SARAH and MICHAEL no one is as talented as either and why make a movie if its only going to be OKAY? why not AWESOME w/ sarah and michael? :) thank you!
Friday 05/25/2001 6:42:04am
Name: Viola
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Comments: I agree with all that I read hear. Michael is fantastic! And he IS the Phantom. I had never seen The Phantom on the stage. But when I heard Crawford's voice I understood that NOONE could ever sing and play that better. He IS the Phantom now. And always will be!!!
Friday 05/25/2001 5:31:17am
Name: GregB
E-Mail: gblac@hotmail.com
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Referred By: Just Surfed On In
Comments: I have just discovered this website. I have been a fan of musicals for many years and just wanted to offer a bit of advice. It is the rare movie based on a stage play that ever arrives intact. Movie studios seem to think stage plays are good enough to buy the rights to but not good enough to recreate. The studio "creative team" always has to leave their mark on the work no matter how good it is already. They have to change the plot, cut songs, add songs (sometimes by composer/lyricists who had nothing to do with the original show). I can sympathize with all you Phantom fans. But I fear that what you finally see on the screen (if ever) will be so changed (mauled) that you may not even recognize it. The strange thing is that if someone took their work and butchered it they would try to sue. Hollywood is full of hypocrites.

I have been convinced for some time that the reason most people do not like musicals is because the movie musical is their only experience. Now I agree that there have been some great movie musicals but by and large they are pretty bad. They try for realism (Hello, Dolly!, Oklahoma!) or they change the structure to the point that it makes no sense. They use "name players" who cannot sing or dance instead of veteran hoofers to get the mainstream audience in. The latest generations aren't even aware of the great strides in the Broadway musical since the 60's. ie Company, Side Show to name a few. The fact is that people don't really burst into song in real life (well most anyway, I do sometimes) to express themselves. So why try to make it look real? 2 movies I know of give a good example, they are both directed by Morton DaCosta. The first "The Music Man" worked so well because it has the feel of the stage. The sets verge on reality but they still have the feel of the stage. So when the music starts it seems Ok. The other is "Auntie Mame" with Rosiland Russell. It has so much theatricalty about it (lights dim at the end of scenes etc) that in conversation a lot of people who remember seeing it say "Oh yea, wasn't that a muscial!" NO it wasn't. But it has so much color and theatrical feel that years later they think it had music. Phantom is a big show and it ought to be a big movie, but if they go for to much realism on the sets even die hard Phantom fans will hate it.
Friday 05/25/2001 5:16:31am
Name: Joe Chester
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Homepage URL: http://www.geocities.com/Area51/Dreamworld/3505/index.html
Where are you from?: England
Referred By: Just Surfed On In
Comments: I have seen Crawford as the Phantom and he was fabulous. I'm sorry but after seeing Antonio Banderas in Evita and the Lloyd-Webber 50th birthday bash he just will not come close. Crawford's the one!
Wednesday 05/23/2001 10:42:05pm
Name: Ruthann Smith
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Where are you from?: Ohio/USA
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Comments: I am hoping with all my heart that Michael gets the part if the movie is made. I've seen Phantom 4 times (one being in Toronto, Canada) and did not get to see Michael play the part any of those times. All of the gentlemen who played Phantom did a very good job, but after hearing the original sound track CD.....there was just no comparison!
Wednesday 05/23/2001 6:06:06pm
Name: Lotte and Little
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Where are you from?: USA
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: Personally, I would rather there NOT be a Phantom video than see Michael Crawford be replaced! Everybody's heard the original CD's, and it's human instinct to phavor that which you hear first. You resent somebody taking over the part--and even if they're good, you still don't want to give them any credit because they are NOT the person you want them to be. I have heard Antonio Banderas sing before and was NOT impressed even when he was NOT doing any POTO music, so my low opinion would be even LOWER if I was comparing him to somebody---ESPECIALLY somebody so good as MC. So, if ALW or Warner Bros. or Antonio or Michael himself is reading this, be assured that there will be a LOT of REALLY PUT OUT PEOPLE if MC gets replaced!!!!!!!!!! !
Wednesday 05/23/2001 11:23:08am
Name: Rachel
E-Mail: rachel_podmore
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Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: Manchester, England
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
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Tuesday 05/22/2001 8:50:48pm
Name: Alisha Trammell
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Where are you from?: California
Referred By: Just Surfed On In
Comments: I just recently bought the original Phantom cast Cd, and let me tell you, I got chills down my spine from the amazing talent of Michal Crawford. Who does Warner Bros. think they are to put someone else in that role? I have yet to see Phantom on stage, and when I heard that they might do a movie, I ran around the house screaming because I was so excited. I want to see Michal Crawford as the Phantom, and nobody else will do!!!
Tuesday 05/22/2001 8:11:14pm
Name: Ann Merchak
E-Mail: atrain7103@home.com
Homepage Title: excite.com
Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: Michigan
Referred By: Just Surfed On In
Comments: If they are going to make a movie version of "Phantom" no other person would do justice than Michael Crawford.
Tuesday 05/22/2001 7:44:35pm
Name: KIM
E-Mail: KIM@NCCOM.COM
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Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: SO. CAL
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: For those individuals who would never go to the theatre to see a live production, what better way than to bring them the "Original" cast. The first time I saw
Phantom was at the Dorothy Chandler and I was not expecting to get smacked up along side the head with the biggest jolt of my life. I don't know how to explain that night except that my heart has never been touched in such a manner. Michael Crawford's voice has the ability to raise so much emotion in the written word, that it has a life, a soul. I've seen many other versions with capable people, but never to the same emotional level. An "original" is always that and should remain so. A copy is always a cheap knock off. I had no problem paying over $100. to see what in my lifetime will be the "BEST" I'll ever see. However, I will not waste my time to see the movie for free when it hits cable, if the ONLY Phantom isn't in it.
thank you
Tuesday 05/22/2001 10:24:49am
Name: John Schlesinger
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Where are you from?: Cincinnati
Referred By: Just Surfed On In
Comments: I agree Crawford should star in any Movie version.
Monday 05/21/2001 9:56:44pm
Name: Rochelle Drucker
E-Mail: rsd710@aol.com
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Where are you from?: Maryland USA
Referred By: Just Surfed On In
Comments: Michael is the only "true" Phantom.
Monday 05/21/2001 1:26:48pm
Name: Kelly Hann
E-Mail: KellyH@earthtoandy.com
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Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: Charlottesville, Virginia
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: The first time I saw Phantom was in 1989, I had just graduated high school. When we bought our tickets (a year in advance), Mr. Crawford was playing the lead. TWO WEEKS prior to our show date, he was sent out west to open the show in LA. I was very saddened. The gentlemen who played Phantom did a spectacular job, but he wasn't Michael!! If this movie is the only way I will ever see him portray the Phantom then I am behind it 100%!! Good luck with your campaign!!
Monday 05/21/2001 9:45:04am
Name: Jean Ebulun
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Where are you from?: Manahawkin, NJ
Referred By: From a Friend
Comments: I grew up in Australia with the many works of Michael Crawford. I'll do everything I can to help the man who, on so many occassions, whether he made me laugh or cry, has always made me very happy. I wish him all the best, may God's blessings go with him!
Sunday 05/20/2001 12:07:53am
Name: Bill Cary
E-Mail: billchandl@pcs.com
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Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: Chandler, Arizona
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: I'm with your efforts, as well as my family in San Francisco who flew to
L.A. several times to see Michael in "Phantom". Good Luck, Bill Cary, Chandler, Arizona
Sunday 05/20/2001 11:54:39am
Name: Adrian Verga
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Where are you from?: Melbourne, Australia
Referred By: Just Surfed On In
Comments: I agree; it has to be Michael Crawford!
Sunday 05/20/2001 10:00:38am
Name: Diana Serpente
E-Mail: CurlyTp21@aol.com
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Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: To whom It may concern,
I've been reading the Info, and Choosing Michael would be one of the smartest things you could ever do.
Thank You,
Diana Serpente!
Sunday 05/20/2001 9:39:27am
Name: Guy Lavoie
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Where are you from?: Quebec city, Canada
Referred By: Just Surfed On In
Comments: I saw 4 times Phantom, 1 in Montreal and 3 in NY and i would be very disappointed to see the movie with Banderas in it. Get someone with a voice, it is a movie with sound. This musical is about music not good looks.
Saturday 05/19/2001 9:01:02am
Name: Emily Peterson
E-Mail: PhantomBuff@excite.com
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Where are you from?: Dayton OH
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Friday 05/18/2001 10:12:09pm
Name: Lynn Raye Campbell
E-Mail: logan1@iwon.com
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Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: Pittsburgh, Pa/Dayton, Oh
Referred By: Search Engine
Comments: I love everything Michael Crawford has done and the Phantom belongs to him.
Friday 05/18/2001 9:16:35pm
Name: jenny olerhead
E-Mail: jolerhead@hotmail.com
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Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: victoria australia
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: Michael is the only person to play this
role. His unique voice IS the Phantom and will always be the only one associated with the role. Dont disappoint his audiences and fans by allowing another to play this part.
Friday 05/18/2001 6:22:14pm
Name: Ellen K Bilotti
E-Mail: EB@aol.com
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Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: He has wonderful voice !!! Antonio Banderas has a horrible voice!!!! Let Michael Crawford be the Phantom!!! I will not see the picture unless Michael Crawford is in it!!!
Friday 05/18/2001 11:34:29am
Name: Melinda
E-Mail: sysbro@foryou.net
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Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: If ALW is going to return the focus of the Phantom of the Opera plot to Christine (as he originally planned in the play), ignore the very reason this piece is called the PHANTOM of the Opera and tell 58 million eagerly awaiting ticket buying POTO fans to stuff it, then, I like everyone else can't figure who he plans to sell tickets to. I've read where movies today are geared toward the 13 year old male. Particularly 13 year old unsophisticated males.

1) Musicals usually don't attract a large audience to begin with, let alone 13 year old males. During a family video night try foisting the 'Sound of Music' or 'My Fair Lady' on your teenage brother, boyfriend or son. 'Honey, would you rather see Julie Andrews or James Bond. Duh!

2) Movies in which the female character is the main focus is not a big winner either. Now add music. The target audience is now getting very small indeed.

3) The word 'Opera' is in the title. This word alone sends shivers down (not all) but most mens backs. It's an inbred instinctive 'fear and flight' reaction over which some men have no control.

4) So now, let's see, who's left? I know, all those AB fans who have been flocking to see all his latest movies. Ooops, the target audience is now even smaller.

Hey, there's a new movie musical, an Opera actually, with this unknown British actress and a Spanish guy - you know what's his name? Want to go?
Friday 05/18/2001 9:55:11am
Name: Mina
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Where are you from?: TN
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: Banderas is going to steal the part from Crawford? and why? Because Crawford would rather use his money on charities for children than bribe Lord Webber to give him the part? This whole deal is so fishy that all the world will smell its stench if the movie comes out with Antonio in the lead role. A sex symbol with a heavy Spanish accent playing the part of a "monster" with the gift of superhumanly good diction? What else could it be but bribery or blackmail? Even Hollywood has much better casting than this, at least when there's no under-the-table deals involved.
Friday 05/18/2001 1:09:07am
Name: Kathryn Collins
E-Mail: kacky37@yahoo.com
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Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: Jackson,Mississippi
Referred By: Just Surfed On In
Comments: Micheal Crawford is by far the
"The Phantom"
Thursday 05/17/2001 3:57:29pm
Name: Alex
E-Mail: Alexpianoman@aol.com
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Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: Florida
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: The only reason I am a musician is because of Michael Crawford - someone out there inspired ALW, and now ALW inspired me through Michael Crawford's portrayal of the Phantom. What a shame it would be for the dreams of millions destroyed over an act Hollywood buttheads thinking they know what the public wants - when was the last great movie by Warner Bros??? I surely don't remember one.
Thursday 05/17/2001 1:48:48pm
Name: Erik
E-Mail: LePhantomLOpera@aol.com
Homepage Title:
Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?:
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: Hi.
Thank GOD there is someone who agrees that Antonio Banderos has no
place playing Erik, and the Micheal Crawford-who set the role for Erik-should be the actor in the movie. If there is any other way I can help to support getting Warners Bros. or whoever to cast Micheal Crawford, please let me know.

A Phantom fan forever,
Erik (of course)
Thursday 05/17/2001 10:06:25am
Name: Jared Wemmick
E-Mail: katzenellenbogen@hotmail.com
Homepage Title:
Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: Carlisle, NY
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: Michael Crawford will always win because we know he is and will always be the Phantom. Even if Banderas gets the part, Michael will walk away still the hero and still the Phantom in the hearts of all who have eyes to see or, rather, ears to hear. Webber can either cast Crawford as the Phantom and be the patron saint of all Phantom fans, or ignore Crawford and be the unforgiveable villain for all eternity! And, Lord Webber, trust me, Phantom fans are one group you do NOT want to mess around with!
Wednesday 05/16/2001 11:09:56pm
Name: Antonio Banderas
E-Mail:
Homepage Title:
Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: Spain
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: I will play the PHAMTON...because I have dirt on Sir Andrew...otherwise how would a talentless "actor" who can not sing get the role....I'm here...the PHAMTON of the opera...
Wednesday 05/16/2001 3:36:52pm
Name: R BROWN
E-Mail: ROB1944@BLUEYONDER.CO.UK
Homepage Title:
Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: ENGLAND
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: LOVE THE MUSIC & STARS
Wednesday 05/16/2001 12:43:37am
Name: Shirley Miller
E-Mail: Ladamill@aol.com
Homepage Title:
Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: Phoenix, Arizona
Referred By: From a Friend
Comments: I belong to a list made to share our knowledge and meetings with Michael. I have never seen him in person and that will remain an unfulfilled dream of mine I'm afraid. He MUST play the Phantom in the movie. Sheer heresy if he doesn't.
Tuesday 05/15/2001 8:00:58pm
Name: Christianna Frenette
E-Mail: cfrenette@ccu.edu
Homepage Title:
Homepage URL: http://
Where are you from?: Colorado
Referred By: Michael Inspired Me
Comments: To even consider anyone but Michael for the role of the Phantom is an insult to the role and those of us who support him. He created the role of the Phantom.....He IS The Phantom! I, personally, would not see the film if anyone but Michael was playing his character.
Tuesday 05/15/2001 6:10:33pm
Name: Launi Peeke-Vout
E-Mail: launipv@home.com
Homepage Title:
Homepage URL: http://