Review of Paprika (1991) by Lisa S — 15 Aug 2009

I love everything about this beautifully animated movie.

This review of Paprika (1991) was written by Lisa S on 15 Aug 2009.

Paprika has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Oz N (8) on 29 May 2018

Great movie. This movie is a drug. The sound track is mind blowing. I've put The girl in byakoya on loop for 2hrs straight and still ain't tired…

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By Andrew D (1,611) on 31 Jan 2015

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Satoshi Kon's last piece of art where a world of imagination that he created will make your mind need a deep understanding of how to interpret…

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By Samuel H (493) on 22 Apr 2015

The problem with Paprika is I can't decide whether it was terrible or brilliant…

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Satoshi Kon delivers yet again in the realm of the strange quirks of the mind…

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One of the most remarkable animations of all time without a doubt. Stunning. Thank this film for Inception (in case you enjoyed it)…

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Its Inception-inspiring premise of a young woman who can expertly dive into other people's dreams fully exploits the fluid, plastic capacities…

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May not entirely make sense, but it's hella creative and expertly animated. If only more movies dared to dream big as Paprika does…

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A masterpiece that will blow your mind. Made by the late Satoshi Kon who made Paranoiia Agent and Perfect Blue. This is his swan song…

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