Ep1085: Escape from Hammerland: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA (1962)
Is escaping from Hammerland a good idea? Ian and AC are starting to wonder, as they take a look at Terence Fisher's lavish 1962 period piece, The Phantom of the Opera!
Herbert Lom stars as the titular mystery man who lives beneath a prestigious opera house, plotting revenge against the ne'er do well composer who stole his life's work (Michael Gough).
In today's spoilerific discussion, the guys dig into this surprisingly modern take on a film that had the unenviable task of following two iconic predecessors--and whose heightened production design and drama offered moviegoers more than just a rehash!
So why isn't this Phantom more fondly remembered? And how can it be so...bad...yet so impactful?
Yes, this episode is a veritable landmine of Ian and AC's tripping over the numerous story problems while simultaneously praising Fisher and company's brilliant overall presentation!
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Grab only what you can carry as we "Escape from Hammerland"!
Hitch a ride with our entire 2024 series in the "Return to Hammerland" Playlist!
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Check out 2022's year-long journey, "Son of Hammerland"!
And watch the series that started it all: "Hammerland"
