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1974 · 92 min · PG

Phantom of the Paradise

Directed by Brian De Palma · Comedy, Drama, Horror, Music

Phantom of the Paradise (1974) is a Comedy film, directed by Brian De Palma set in New York City during the 1970s. It runs 92 minutes and is rated PG.

Themes of revenge and power & corruption run throughout.

Composer
Paul Williams
Cinematography
Larry Pizer
Cast
William FinleyPaul WilliamsJessica HarperGeorge MemmoliGerrit GrahamArchie HahnJeffrey ComanorPeter Elbling

The world of this film

Setting

Where
New York City
Setting
Urban
When
1970s

Premise & themes

Themes
RevengePower & Corruption
Tone
SatiricalDarkly Comic

Shape

Protagonist
Solo Lead
Pacing
Propulsive
Based on
Pure Fiction

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