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Perfect Blue
Directed by Satoshi Kon
Rising pop star Mima Kirigoe quits singing to pursue a career as an actress. After she takes up a role on a popular detective show, her handlers and collaborators begin turning up murdered. Harboring feelings of guilt and haunted by visions of her former self, Mima's reality and fantasy meld into a frenzied paranoia. From TMDB
238 reactions from 4 sources (Bluesky, Mastodon, TMDB reviews, Lemmy) · newest Nov 5, 2026 · last updated Nov 5, 2026 · How this works
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| Lemmy * | 0 | 0 | 3 |
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Perfect Blue is a 1998 animation thriller film, directed by Satoshi Kon, starring Junko Iwao, Rica Matsumoto and Shinpachi Tsuji.
- 205 people have posted about this film on Bluesky, Mastodon, TMDB reviews, Lemmy
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60 of 238 · most liked firstSatoshi Kon talks about how Requiem for a Dream took from his film Perfect Blue (1997)
neutral · AI labelView post →Perfect Blue!! What a film!
positive · AI labelView post →Satoshi Kon's iconic debut film PERFECT BLUE is returning to theatres nationwide in stunning 4K. See the revered cult classic on the big screen starting October 3. 💙 brnw.ch/21wV4bF
neutral · AI labelView post →Not content simply to steal Satoshi Kon's Perfect Blue every time he makes a film, Daren Aranofsky graduates to stealing the work of thousands of filmmakers.
neutral · AI labelView post →Gonna go see Perfect Blue in theaters. A pretty scary movie but thank god the internet isn’t real
neutral · AI labelView post →Anime "Existentialism Perfect Blue (1997)" It explores existential themes through the psychological journey of its protagonist, Mima Kirigoe. The film delves into the blurred boundaries between reality and fantasy, challenging notions of identity and selfhood.
neutral · AI labelView post →If you like any of the following: Perfect Blue Ghost in the Shell Chinatown The Animatrix movies as a whole movies as a concept you will love this See. This. Movie.
neutral · AI labelView post →What's that? The director that 'borrowed' large amounts of Perfect Blue for their film Black Swan is all in the the plagiarism machine? I'm shocked, SHOCKED!!!
neutral · AI labelView post →it really is Perfect Blue on the mountaintop, and then every other movie about this stuff
positive · AI labelView post →"Perfect Blue: Collector's Edition" (4K UHD + Blu-Ray) is up for pre-orders (USA). Remastered film + 128 page booklet, 10 art cards, poster, complete 117-min Lectures by Satoshi Kon... >> www.catsuka.com/shopping/ind...
neutral · AI labelView post →My ultimate fav Perfect Blue movie 😍🎨 Mima Kirigoe ❤️ #perfectblue #mimakirigoe
positive · AI labelView post →GKIDS will screen a 4K restoration of Satoshi Kon's Perfect Blue film in theaters across the U․S. starting on October 3.
neutral · AI labelView post →Finally got other art purchases from #GenCon framed and on the wall. Picture is crooked, but it is not crooked on the wall. One of my favorite films, Perfect Blue. Film by Satoshi Kon. Art by @jdebbiel.bsky.social #perfectblue #satoshikon
positive · AI labelView post →now watching - Perfect Blue for - Frame Rate never seen it and only 8 minutes in, but I get a good feeling off this guy.
neutral · AI labelView post →"Who are you?" Movie: PERFECT BLUE from Satoshi Kon
neutral · AI labelView post →Finally watched Perfect Blue and oh, man! That movie is a masterpiece. I'm slowly watching everything that Satoshi Kon did and is already one of my favourite anime directors.
positive · AI labelView post →When people ask what my favourite movies are, I rarely say Perfect Blue, mostly because I'm afraid it will be an invitation for them to start nerding out over anime, but this movie really is a damn near perfect psychological thriller that stands with the very best of DePalma and Hitchcock.
positive · AI labelView post →Took several months after opening up my Letterboxd account to decide what all 4 of my "favorite films" on my profile are (one of which is a show & not a film, so maybe that'll change later), but today I finally realized I'd forgotten Perfect Blue, so for now it is complete. letterboxd.com/MarzGurl/
positive · AI labelView post →See a new trailer for the 4K restoration of Satoshi Kon's Perfect Blue!
neutral · AI labelView post →Next movie im gonna watch will be Perfect Blue.
neutral · AI labelView post →Just remembered that a fan of Kpop Demon Hunters was angry with me for saying maybe adults could stand to watch Perfect Blue instead, because 'that film is notorious for having rape and stalking' so I guess adults shouldn't watch it.
positive · AI labelView post →10 shows to get to know me, in no order Psycho-Pass Ghost in the Shell: SAC Ergo Proxy NieR: Automata Witch from Mercury RahXephon Re:CREATORS Claymore Perfect Blue (movie not show) Harmony (also movie)
neutral · AI labelView post →THIS WEEK: well, it's gonna get dark, folks. We're exploring gruesome violence, evil fandom, and the destruction of reality in Satoshi Kon's first movie, PERFECT BLUE. See you Wednesday
neutral · AI labelView post →And if it absolutely has to be animated, watch some of Satoshi Kon's films. Perfect Blue is a phenomenal film
positive · AI labelView post →Not long after the 4K screening of the Perfect Blue restoration, GKIDS has announced a 4K UHD release of Satoshi Kon's classic film!
neutral · AI labelView post →CW: Blood For Halloween this year my costume is Mima from Perfect Blue (great Satoshi Kon film). My family didn’t celebrate. it’s nice as an adult to tap into my inner child and dress up. I went trick o treating for the first time when I was 17 yrs old. 😂🤷🏾♀️
positive · AI labelView post →Watched Perfect Blue (for the first time)! Amazing animation and story, firstly, but also... These shots absolutely stole the movie
positive · AI labelView post →I wrote a bruising essay about navigating the aftermath of sexual assault, an emotionally abusive relationship, and the PTSD flashback I had watching PERFECT BLUE (1997) for the first time in 2024, while getting into the transfixing nature of the film. angelicabastien.substack.com/p/perfect-blue
positive · AI labelView post →Got inspired by tedbob to make my own Top 9 Anime Movies list Only the first three are ordered, and even then there are some semantics here and there (I consider Millennium Actress to be Kon's best movie, but Perfect Blue is my personal favorite Kon movie)
positive · AI labelView post →If you haven't seen this movie, PLEEEASE go see Perfect Blue! Gkids is showing it at select theaters this weekend and it's an absolutely incredible piece of media! ❗[Important TW tho, there is an implied SA scene, and some intense blood/violence]
positive · AI labelView post →Not Evangelion but if you're in or around Seattle, Central Cinema is showing Perfect Blue this Friday through next Tuesday. Who knows who you might see there... central-cinema.com/movie/perfec...
neutral · AI labelView post →64. PERFECT BLUE (2025 REMASTER) This film gave me an existential crisis after my Dad’s passing. I loved it even more this time. Love you, Mister Kon.
positive · AI labelView post →I got distracted by his pointing-hand stick. Perfect Blue is an amazing film....
positive · AI labelView post →Attn: Melbourne horror and anime fans: I'm hosting a screening of PERFECT BLUE in East Brunswick tomorrow. It's sold so well we've opened a second session, so spread the word and grab the last tickets at: English fomocinemas.com.au/movie-detail... Japanese fomocinemas.com.au/movie-detail...
neutral · AI labelView post →Finally got around to Perfect Blue, know its on so many top animated movie lists, and I can see why. An amazing thriller film that uses the medium so well, really messes with your head and keeps you guessing. Fascinating exploration of fame, mental illness and parasocial relationships. 10/10 imo
positive · AI labelView post →Glad I finally gave this film a shot! Perfect Blue was one hell of a movie
positive · AI labelView post →Perfect Blue is an incredible movie but unfortunately the English dub came out in 1999 when I was 15 years old and in my “I’ll watch anything animated from Japan” phase. Perfect Blue is not a movie for 15 year olds. Perfect Blue scared me a lot and not in a fun way.
neutral · AI labelView post →What is the color of madness? This Sunday at 12PM PST I'll be hosting a Discord watch party for Perfect Blue, Satoshi Kon's debut film. Hope to see you then!
neutral · AI labelView post →I watched Perfect Blue for the first time only a few years ago and honestly it hits even harder nowadays when you consider how the barriers between celebrity and fans have created nightmarish parasocial relationships that more often than not end tragically. Brilliant film
positive · AI labelView post →Wasn’t expecting a studio horror film like this reminded me of Perfect Blue in a few places.
neutral · AI labelView post →Putting together the next batch of Movie x Game ideas. A new Perfect Blue x Rise (P4) is def one. And i think something crossed with the original Scream poster would slap, just not sure who? Really want to think of something to cross with Darkstalkers as well, and DANDADAN... Open to ideas.
neutral · AI labelView post →gonna see Perfect Blue AGAIN in theaters, my heart is already beating with excitement 💖 (it's my fav movie ever, and it's amazing on the big screen)
positive · AI labelView post →Finally got around to watching Perfect Blue, what a movie. It actually felt really giallo-y to me, anyone else?
neutral · AI labelView post →Perfect Blue is most definitely a psychological horror film in my eyes but apparently a good chunk of people disagree otherwise and say it's a Thriller?
neutral · AI labelView post →Fandango is wanting me to brag about going to see these two movies this year, and only these two movies. Perfect Blue and the Daffy Duck movie
neutral · AI labelView post →The last 4 movies I watched... MaXXXine Pearl One Battle After Another (2nd viewing) Perfect Blue #lastfourwatched #letterboxdfriday #letterboxd #filmsky #moviesky boxd.it/Iqj
neutral · AI labelView post →Thanks to everyone for the suggestions, I’ve got a lot to work through! I decided to go with Perfect Blue tonight for Week 4: Animated Horror of the Oh My Horror 2025 Movie Challenge Shoutout to my local library for having it on dvd 🙌🏼
neutral · AI labelView post →Watched Perfect Blue with my friends recently, and I had to recreate the movie poster with my best girl Ruby, killing the man who made her life a living hell. [ #artsky #artistsonbsky #art #digitalart #ocsky #rubyoc ]
neutral · AI labelView post →Oh, y'all wanted more Satoshi Kon? With an extra side of 90's parasocial spookiness? I've heard nothing but praise about this film; it'll be my first time watching this and I'm worried it'll really mess me up... 🔸🕑 — June 6th, 1:00PM CT 🔸🎞 — Perfect Blue (1997 ‧ R) discord.gg/yuFEUdHdec
neutral · AI labelView post →Aranofsky last decent film was over 15 years ago and he’s never topped PI , and let’s not forget he ripped off Perfect Blue
neutral · AI labelView post →Finally tested out my Mima cosplay from Perfect Blue! I absolutely adore this movie ✨️💖
neutral · AI labelView post →Thinking about the hideous vibes radiating from the center of Perfect Blue. Perfectly-executed movie.
positive · AI labelView post →What’s your favorite scary movie? I’m more into psychological horror, and Satoshi Kon’s “Perfect Blue” is a shining example of that genre!💙🩵
positive · AI labelView post →Share a horror movie title that begins with the letter "P" 🎥 Perfect Blue (1997)
neutral · AI labelView post →Perfect Blue (rewatch) I mean, it's Perfect Blue, man. One of the best psychological thrillers ever made. It might be my favorite Satoshi Kon film, but I'm more inclined to say it's tied with Millennium Actress. I'll decide which one I like more someday.
positive · AI labelView post →Next week's movie night is Perfect Blue... Never seen it but hyped.
neutral · AI labelView post →Perfect Blue 4K UHD Collector's Edition. December 23. www.amazon.com/dp/B0FRNR22KZ Movie (new 4K restoration) is still screening in theaters gkids.com/films/perfec...
neutral · AI labelView post →My ★★★★★ review of Perfect Blue on Letterboxd boxd.it/89DiGx
positive · AI labelView post →After not having watched a movie in many months, Perfect Blue was certainly a choice to come back to. Loved it tho
positive · AI labelView post →Happy Letterboxd Friday. Glad that Satoshi Kon's Perfect Blue still remains my #1 favorite film of all time. #letterboxd #letterboxdfriday
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