Movie Settings Database

Phantom of the Paradise

Where:

New York

When:

The 1970s

Winslow Leach is a young man who wants to create heavenly music - even if he has to descend to the depths of hell to do it. — Fledgling singer-songwriter Winslow Leach finds himself double-crossed by the nefarious music producer Swan, who steals both his music and the girl Winslow wants to sing it, Phoenix, for the grand opening of his rock palace, the Paradise. After Swan has Winslow sent to prison for trespassing, Winslow endures a freak accident that leaves him disfigured, after which he seeks revenge on both Swan and the Paradise.

Released in 1974 — 92 minutes

Genres:

Comedy Fantasy Horror Music Thriller

Language:

English