Phantom of the Paradise

1974 · 92 min · EN · PG · 7.5 (792 votes)

Dir. Brian De Palma · Starring William Finley, Paul Williams, Jessica Harper, George Memmoli, Gerrit Graham, Archie Hahn · Music Paul Williams

“He sold his soul for rock n’ roll!”

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Singer-songwriter Winslow Leach seeks revenge on the nefarious music producer Swan, who steals both Winslow's music and his favorite singer for the grand opening of Swan's new rock palace, the Paradise.

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A dazzling, darkly comedic rock opera that pulses with glam energy and a tragic heart. It's a visually opulent, satirical journey through the excesses of the music industry, underscored by catchy tunes and a sense of operatic revenge. Expect a vibrant, theatrical spectacle with a sharp, cynical edge.

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