The 1974 film that Gaspar Noé never tires of watching and considers it a personal obsession

Known for intense and provocative works such as "Irreversible", "Climax" and "Enter the Void", Gaspar Noé is rarely associated with conventional cinema. Therefore, many were surprised to discover which 1974 film he considers a true obsession. The work is "Phantom of the Paradise", directed by Brian De Palma. Mixing horror, musical, dark comedy and music industry satire, the film follows the story of a composer who sells his work to an unscrupulous businessman and ends up embarking on a journey of revenge. Noé has already declared his admiration for the film several times, highlighting its visual creativity, its anarchic energy and its ability to mix seemingly incompatible genres. Although it was a commercial failure upon its original release, "Phantom of the Paradise" has achieved cult status over the years and has gone on to influence generations of filmmakers. For Gaspar Noé, the film represents a rare example of absolute creative freedom within commercial cinema. This admiration helps explain several characteristics present in his own filmography, especially his taste for bold narratives and unconventional cinematic experiences.