Phantom of the Paradise
One sheet poster for the 1974 film
Phantom of the Paradise. This rock musical comedy horror film is a cult classic that loosely adapts classic works like the Faust legend, Oscar Wilde's The Picture of Dorian Gray, and Gaston Leroux's novel The Phantom of the Opera.
Summary
The film follows the story of Winslow Leach, a talented but naive composer whose music is stolen by the nefarious record producer Swan to open his new rock palace, The Paradise. After being framed, imprisoned, and disfigured in a record press accident, Winslow dons an owl-like mask and black cape to become the Phantom, seeking revenge and attempting to ensure his music is performed by the woman he loves, an aspiring singer named Phoenix.
Key Information
Director: Brian De Palma
Starring: Paul Williams (as Swan), William Finley (as Winslow Leach/The Phantom), and Jessica Harper (as Phoenix)
Release Date: October 31, 1974
Genre: Rock musical comedy horror film
Legacy: Despite initially being a box-office failure, the film gained critical praise for its music and has become a significant cult classic, notably in Winnipeg, Canada, and as an inspiration for the band Daft Punk.
Phantom of the Paradise. This rock musical comedy horror film is a cult classic that loosely adapts classic works like the Faust legend, Oscar Wilde's The Picture of Dorian Gray, and Gaston Leroux's novel The Phantom of the Opera.
Summary
The film follows the story of Winslow Leach, a talented but naive composer whose music is stolen by the nefarious record producer Swan to open his new rock palace, The Paradise. After being framed, imprisoned, and disfigured in a record press accident, Winslow dons an owl-like mask and black cape to become the Phantom, seeking revenge and attempting to ensure his music is performed by the woman he loves, an aspiring singer named Phoenix.
Key Information
Director: Brian De Palma
Starring: Paul Williams (as Swan), William Finley (as Winslow Leach/The Phantom), and Jessica Harper (as Phoenix)
Release Date: October 31, 1974
Genre: Rock musical comedy horror film
Legacy: Despite initially being a box-office failure, the film gained critical praise for its music and has become a significant cult classic, notably in Winnipeg, Canada, and as an inspiration for the band Daft Punk.
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