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Perfect Blue (1997) | Dir. Satoshi Kon

Perfect Blue (1997) | Dir. Satoshi Kon

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In this episode, we discuss Satoshi Kon's Perfect Blue, including the film's connection to Japan's otaku culture, the film's depiction of celebrity, and Kon's use of cinematic techniques.


See where Perfect Blue is available to watch.


Supplemental Material:

• Shout Factory's Perfect Blue Blu-ray

• Otaku (1994)

• Otaku (1994) (Internet Archive)

• Lecture Series with Satoshi Kon | Perfect Blue (on YouTube)


Additional Audio Sources:

• Perfect Blue Trailer

• Shout Factory's Perfect Blue Blu-ray


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