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EPISODE · Oct 29, 2025 · 30 MIN

100 Years of Horror, Music, and Mystery w/ THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA

from The Film Dept. · host UNLV Film

Welcome back to The Film Dept. Podcast!To celebrate the 100th year anniversary of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA (1925), and to get into the Halloween season spirit, our hosts spent this class session discussing several iterations of the Phantom of the Opera.They discuss the symbolism of masks, revenge, and more in this episode in thanks to our partner movie house The Beverly Theater!Chapters00:00 Introduction to The Phantom of the Opera3:13 Comparing Phantom Adaptations6:17 The Evolution of the Phantom's Character10:05 Acting in Silent Films vs. Modern Adaptations11:30 The Role of Music in Storytelling14:05 The Reveal Scene: Impact and Interpretation18:14 The Symbolism of Masks and Identity23:03 The Midpoint and Stakes in the Story26:00 Revenge and Consequences in Different Versions29:31 Final ThoughtsWatch this episode (and all previous episodes) on UNLV College of Fine Arts Podcasts:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgbLVA87WVDTKLP095pINKBeHXSe6brRnEmail us: [email protected] Credits:HOSTS - Lex de Asis, Matthew Trudeau, Robby BakerPRODUCERS - Tom Bjelic, Sam DeckerPRODUCERS - Vance Mellen, Theresa TwaEXECUTIVE PRODUCED BY - Adam Paul, Roudi BoroumandPRODUCTION COORDINATORS- Isa Privetera, Tatyana Odobasic-CuevasSOUND CREW - Brandon Aguilar, Hunter Cole, Marcie GentileKEY GRIP- William StanfieldEDITORS - Molly Bilbray-Axelrod, Asher GardunoFor The Beverly:Kip Kelly, Founding Creative Director | Chief Experience OfficerAlexi Harber, General ManagerIvy Ergunes, Marketing ManagerTo read the hosts' reviews, head over to: https://thefilmdeptpodcast.substack.com/Once again, The Film Department has teamed up with the mad geniuses of The Beverly Theater. Imagined by The Rogers Foundation, The Beverly Theater brings cinematic connectivity, novel collaborations, live happenings, cultural portals, and a zest for independent spirits to DTLV. With a mission to stage uncommon cinematic, literary, and live experiences, The Beverly Theater is Las Vegas’ first and only independent film house, storytelling arena, and live music venue.For the latest screenings and events at The Beverly, visit thebeverlytheater.com The Film Department Podcast is supported by UNLV Film.At the film department of the University of Nevada Las Vegas, every story has a beginning.With degree programs for undergraduates and graduates, state of the art equipment and facilities, incredible professional internships around the world, and expert guest speakers, students discover the power and potential of cinema as they prepare for the film and television industry… and beyond.Learn more at UNLV.EDU/FILM UNLV Film. Find your voice. Tell your story.

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