I'm finally hearing reports from people who have seen the movie - outside of the boards that is. I'm getting the idea that many people who don't know much about the production of the movie think it's all CGI; that the actors are essentially doing voice-overs. I've heard that mentioned more than once.

Also, while Gerry's body looks hot as hell, the beard is a real put-off along with all the screaming and shouting. I'm one of the people who did not enjoy POTO the movie much but I have to admit that his appearance was mighty fine. However, you could see his face and there was an immediate empathy for the Phantom's condition. The roles of Leonidas and the Phantom are opposite ends of the spectrum. I think that might be part of the reason that the fan sites aren't overflowing as well.
'Enjoy when you can, endure when you must.' von Goethe