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Track Listings
| 1. Down Once More |
| 2. Track Down This Murderer |
| 3. Overture |
| 4. Think of Me |
| 5. Angel of Music |
| 6. The Mirror (Angel of Music) |
| 7. The Phantom of the Opera |
| 8. The Music of the Night |
| 9. Prima Donna |
| 10. All I Ask of You |
| 11. All I Ask of You (Reprise) |
| 12. Masquerade |
| 13. Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again |
| 14. The Point of No Return |
| 15. Down Once More/Track Down This Murderer |
| 16. Learn to be Lonely |
Product Description
Amazon.co.uk Review
For better or worse, Andrew Lloyd Webber's adaptation of Gaston Leroux's gothic horror/romance novel has done for stage musicals what Spielberg's Jaws did for fish stories, with worldwide sales of its original cast album approaching 25 million. While director Joel Schumacher's film turns on his typically ambitious visual verve, its new film soundtrack recording has been paradoxically focused in scope, yet beefed up dynamically via the brawny presence of a hundred piece orchestra and The London Boys Choir. This single disc version showcases all of Phantom's key songs (a deluxe, double-disc edition is also available), with Gerard Butler imparting a welcome, youthful sensuality to his Phantom, making a fine foil for Emily Rossum's ever-conflicted Christine. Original show orchestrator David Cullen has fashioned compelling new contemporary arrangements to frame Webber's songs--which now conclude with the lilting, upbeat new ballad he wrote for the film, "Learn to Be Lonely," sung by Minnie Driver's Carlotta. --Jerry McCulley
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54 of 55 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
The title of this review pretty much sums up my opinion. The music on this CD is undoubtedly brilliant, and I feel that the film version adds an emotional depth to the score and story that wasn't quite so powerfully present in the show version. Michael Crawford was (and is, I suppose) a brilliant singer, but Gerard Butler portrays his character's emotions through his voice and brings the Phantom to life brilliantly- almsot too brilliantly, as I find myself crying every time I listen to this CD. For this reason, I find this version much more enjoyable to listen to than the show version (I admit I own both!) However I would recommend that, if you plan on buying the film soundtrack, you opt fot the 2-disc version over the single disc, as, for only a couple more quid, you get so much more material in the 2-disc edition which brings the depth and range of the score across far more successfully than this one, which is more like a CD of highlights (although in my opinion it leaves out some of the best stuff, for example Wandering Child, which I absolutely adore, and Stranger Than You Dreamt It, which is so amazing, brilliant, emotional and sad that I can't believe they left it out! Both of these only appear on the 2-disc version, which is reason enough to choose it over this one.) Plus, the 2-disc version contains absolutely gorgeous pictures and information in a presentation booklet... :D I would strongly recommend buying the soundtrack- in fact, you're nuts if you don't- but the 2-disc version is, in my opinion, a better, more in-depth listen, and much better value for money when it's only marginally more expensive than the skimpy single disc.
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Since I bought this CD, I am hardly stop listen to the songs. Especially "Point of No Return", "Down Once More" because these songs had shown the cast dedication to delivered the best performance from their part. Actually, I am a die hard fan of the original cast CD, but I do not have a chance to see the stage peformance. The film had fulfill my need to put the face and action of the story and it brought me a mixed feeling to the end with tears on my face. I do appreciate Mr. Butler for his dedication, I had misjuded his abilities to sing and express his emotion through the mask and off the mask (Who would have thought that he could pulled it off beautifully after watching him in Tomb Raider and Timeline, an action hero, I must say. Sorry about that!!). Right now, I have seen this film 3 times and anxiously waiting for the CD complete version and film companion which I have been order from Amazon to be arrive very soon. I recommended you all to see the film, own the CD. It will grow on you and it worth every penny you pay.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I saw the movie earlier this week, somewhat dubiously, with some girl friends. Not long after, I found some of the original songs by Sarah Brightman. Well, in my opinion, Sarah has a very operatic voice, but for a little less 'oomph' of a version, Emmy Rossum was fabulous. I heard that the 18 year old beauty did all the vocals herself, and she hits all the right notes and sounds, as the Phantom says, like an angel. Gerard Butler (very handsome once you get over the disfigurement) sings his part of the Phantom with sensuality, at times grief, and a powerful strength sounding equally wonderful. For those who cannot be bothered to sit through the movie (though the casting, sets and costumes were wonderful, some of the songs did tend to drag on a bit, for what you perhaps wanted in a movie), the CD lets you listen to the songs whatever you want. My personal favourites are "Point of No Return", "Music of the Night" and "Phantom of the Opera" (of course!) If you never got to see it at the theatre, as I'm afraid I didn't, the movie offers you the perfect opportunity. And with vocals like those shown on the big screen, I am glad I bought this to that of the original cast. And for the movie, it is definitely one of those 'must see' movies of the year, and is no wonder that it has been nominated for multiple awards already.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Mesmerizing!!!
I think this soundtrack is a must in your collection...the performances are awesome...dressed with weber's magic music!!!I've melt it in my cd player!!Don't hesitate... Read more
Published 3 months ago by maria.greece
Positively surprised...
I'm positively impressed by this work...especially by actor Butler's passionate version of the phantom. Read more
Published 6 months ago by *Fridi*
fantastic
I enjoyed this production of Phantom of the Opera. It is a timeless classic. The DVD arrived promptly and in good condition. The quality and soundtrack is excellent. Read more
Published 7 months ago by maureen
Poor singing, bad casting.
I would suggest avoiding this recording if it's your first taste of The Phantom of the Opera. Go instead to the Original London Cast Recording which is incredible. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Anthony
Liked it almost better than original stage soundtrack
Loved this movie and after seeing it again on TV recently I bought both the movie on dvd and the cd sound track and wasn't disappointed. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Mrs. C. O'brien
Immense
This soundtrack is incredible!
The songs are all amazingly sung... the writing is in a word, ideal... and of course, the music is fantastic and immersive! Read more
The songs are all amazingly sung... the writing is in a word, ideal... and of course, the music is fantastic and immersive! Read more
Published 9 months ago by Fya Wya
Absolutely amazing - takes you back to the film!
Fantastic selection of songs from the film, almost transports you back to the scenes in the film...
Published 20 months ago by M. A. Raybould
Fantastic soundtrack proves a highlight for some astounding young...
This soundtrack is one of the best I have ever heard. I love the film, it's engaging and a fitting adaptation to the iconic play which I had the opportunity to see last year. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Ms. P. Mcguinness
Best ever musical!
Ihave seen the film,the play at the theatre and the follow up and i have enjoyed all because the music and the singing(in the live performances),is absolutely amazing. Read more
Published on 21 May 2010 by Mrs. J. CAMPION
The greatest soundtrack !
I was delighted with this CD. I was in Broadway last year, at Majestic theater, and I saw The Phantom of the Opera.
Now this soundtrack make me feel if I had in NYC again.
Now this soundtrack make me feel if I had in NYC again.
Published on 14 Jan 2010 by Paulo Caeiro
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