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This Winslow Leach aka The Phantom from Brian De Palma's 1974 rock opera "Phantom of the Paradise". I have been fascinated by the film from the first random viewing during my teen years, especially the character design for The Phantom, who oozed eerie coolness. Superior to Rocky Horror in my humble opinion (thanks to the musical talents of one Mr. Paul Williams who happens to play the villainous record producer Swan). If you've never seen this film, track it down.

This piece also serves as a tribute to the actor who portrayed the tragic songwriter Winslow, William Finley. Finely unexpectedly passed away in April. Hearing of his death really put this project into motion, so I wanted to put in a lot of extra work to show my appreciation and really make it pop.

William Finley
September 20, 1940 – April 14, 2012

"Rest in peace, and dream, dream it never ends"

Description
This Winslow Leach aka The Phantom from Brian De Palma's 1974 rock opera "Phantom of the Paradise". I have been fascinated by the film from the first random viewing during my teen years, especially the character design for The Phantom, who oozed eerie coolness. Superior to Rocky Horror in my humble opinion (thanks to the musical talents of one Mr. Paul Williams who happens to play the villainous record producer Swan). If you've never seen this film, track it down.

This piece also serves as a tribute to the actor who portrayed the tragic songwriter Winslow, William Finley. Finely unexpectedly passed away in April. Hearing of his death really put this project into motion, so I wanted to put in a lot of extra work to show my appreciation and really make it pop.

William Finley
September 20, 1940 – April 14, 2012

"Rest in peace, and dream, dream it never ends"