That was pretty much my first reaction, but then I went to see it a couple days ago, and it was actually brilliant. The actors playing Christine and Raoul rocked, gave an amazing performance. I have to say, in parts it was better singing than a Boradway performance I saw earlier this year. I've seen Sarah Brightman sing Phantom live; nothing can ever top that, but the film really is amazing. The guy who plays the Phantom is a little weak in places, but that would be my only gripe. These guys had some amazing training.