The 'Phantom of the Opera': v. 1 Classic Silents

What actual events inspired the story? What inspired Chaney's make-up? What was in the hour of footage cut from the film's release that was considered too horrible for audiences in 1925? The answers to these and many other questions can be found in this book. The book includes: The complete Press Book; The complete shooting script; Rare behind the scenes photographs; Complete production history from those who were there; Contributions by Mary Philbin ('Christine'), cinematographer Charles van Enger, and more!