Review of Paprika (2006) by Happy M — 06 Sep 2011

How in hell did "Kung fu panda" beat this masterpiece. I am atonished.

This review of Paprika (2006) was written by Happy M on 06 Sep 2011.

Paprika has generally received very positive reviews.

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This is a unique visual masterpiece. Satoshi Kon, we miss you…

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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 Jayakrishnan R (1,070) on 07 Oct 2015

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