> Almost every review I have read of this film and the music have been so
> negative, they seem to ignore every positive aspect.

> I love this film. I love the music.

> I think Gerald was fabulous... why does something have to be 'like the
> original' to be good? If you want that, gets a recording from the stage.

> Accept differences. Its a different interpretation. And I love it.

Apparently, he not only feels that Butler is in no league with the original Phantom, but plays the characters inappropriatly.

Regardless of what you think of the score, read the whole review, it's almost a lesson in thorough point-making revewing, with time spent addressing the arguments of those who don't agree