Top products from r/box5
We found 6 product mentions on r/box5. We ranked the 6 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
1. The Phantom of the Opera
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Used Book in Good Condition
Show Reddit reviews2. Simplicity 3519 Medieval Sewing Pattern for Men and Women by Theresa LaQuey, Sizes XS-XL
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
This assortment of Halloween Costume blouses is detailed in each packet with instructions, fabric suggestions, and cutout templates.Each design can be sewn in adult sizes XS, S, M, L and XL.This antique Cosplay Pattern does not include a full look, and the template features only medieval blouses.Fab...
Show Reddit reviews3. The Phantom of the Opera at the Royal Albert Hall [Blu-ray]
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Factory sealed DVD
![The Phantom of the Opera at the Royal Albert Hall [Blu-ray]](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51TcZnW3GeL.jpg)
Show Reddit reviews4. McCall's Costumes Men's Historical Suit Costume Sewing Pattern, Size S-M-L-XL-XXL
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Sewing template includes sewing pattern pieces and instructions to create (4) historical costume pieces.Turn of the century men's suit can be sewn in men's sizes small (34-36), medium (38-40), large (42-44), X-large (46-48), and XX-large, (50-52)Create a turn of the century vintage men's suit, perfe...
Show Reddit reviews5. Mens Halloween Pirate Medieval Shirts Ruffle Renaissance Costume Tee Viking Mercenary Scottish Jacobite Ghillie Tops
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Feature: long sleeve, ruffle cuff and front, lace cuff, regular fit, elestic lace cuff, silky fabric, white, black, beige, M-2XL, unique medieval style.The acobite ghillie slim fit vintage shirt is stretchable, soft and breathable fabric, keep you body and muscle cool and dry.Wear it in summer, spri...
Show Reddit reviews6. Taoliyuan Mens Steampunk Jacket Gothic Victorian Costume Medieval Renaissance Adult Cosplay Formal Coat
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Material: Polyester 42%+ Spandex 3%+ Cotton 55%. Made of high quality yarns, fabric, soft and comfortably fabric. ★ This item has no ruffled shirt inside. And these button is decorations, there is no buttonhole.Features: Stand Collar,Two Flat Pockets,Slim Fit, which makes you look Smart; Goth Stea...
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I have a soft spot for the 1962 and the 1990 versions. Both are a bit odd, and not perfect, but I really enjoy them for being rather different from the source material.
I like the silent film ok. Despite following the book pretty closely it really missed the heart of the story which is a shame.
The original novel, Kay's novel, and the stage musical are tied for my favorites, though they all have their own flaws. I like Kay's backstory, and the way she writes Erik, but she really missed the boat on Christine and their romance.
The musical is great (and probably my overall favorite) but Christine could use some more dialogue, and they could have delved a little more into her relationship with the Phantom too. By the end of the show, they're still basically strangers. At least in the novel they spent a couple of weeks together.
Even the novel seems to get a little bit derailed in a few places and I feel like I have to skip a bunch of pages throughout to get back to the real plot. It's a good book, but not a great one.
As far as lesser known adaptations, I'm really fond of this illustrated book. The art is just really pretty.
Really, there are a lot of good versions of the story, but IMHO none of them are perfect. I'm still hoping for a great film adaptation one day that manages to give the story it's proper due.
How did you find the Big Finish version? Does it do it's own thing or does it just follow the book?
Do you know how to sew/know someone that is familiar with sewing?
If so something like this one or this one could work, but it might take some time/practice.
If not, Etsy is always a great place to search. But if you're really strapped for cash and you're willing to improvise, Halloween costume sites are great resources for costume pieces that can be used to make the real costume.
Examples:
Okay, this is a bit of a stretch BUT the sash can be reused. Just swap out the pants.
A bit too modern I know but it can be fitted with a frilly collar.
This can be recolored OR you can keep the red accents.
Just the shirt.
A bit more dramatic.
Okay, the gold accents make this look really nice.
As for wigs...
This could work.
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Good luck with your costume!
I feel like the most recognizable Christine costume would be the dressing gown from the title song scene. So maybe something like this shirt or similar? I would also curl his hair if it's long enough and have him carry an opera score or something. I don't know, it's not much, but those were my immediate thoughts. Best of luck! :)
What about something like this as a male version of the dress she wears during the aria?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MDWH5CS/
It might not be what you’re looking for, but the BluRay is only $15 on Amazon, DVD is $10.