Review of Paprika (1991) by Wh R — 07 May 2009

Spectacular and splendorous animation, really really surreal story, I love every minute of it.

This review of Paprika (1991) was written by Wh R on 07 May 2009.

Paprika has generally received very positive reviews.

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