Paprika poster

Paprika (2006)

"This is your brain on anime."

7.820061h 30mJA
Science FictionThrillerAnimation

Directed by Satoshi Kon

Rating

7.8/10

Runtime

1h 30m

Language

JA

Release

October 1, 2006

Director

Satoshi Kon

Official Trailer

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Overview

When a machine that allows therapists to enter their patient's dreams is stolen, all hell breaks loose. Only a young female therapist can stop it and recover it before damage is done: Paprika.

Cast

Megumi Hayashibara

Megumi Hayashibara

Paprika / Atsuko Chiba (voice)

Tohru Emori

Tohru Emori

Seijiro Inui (voice)

Katsunosuke Hori

Katsunosuke Hori

Torataro Shima (voice)

Toru Furuya

Toru Furuya

Kosaku Tokita (voice)

Akio Otsuka

Akio Otsuka

Toshimi Konakawa (voice)

Koichi Yamadera

Koichi Yamadera

Morio Osanai (voice)

Hideyuki Tanaka

Hideyuki Tanaka

Guy (voice)

Satoshi Kon

Satoshi Kon

Jinnai (voice)

Yasutaka Tsutsui

Yasutaka Tsutsui

Kuga (voice)

Satomi Korogi

Satomi Korogi

Japanese Doll (voice)

Rikako Aikawa

Rikako Aikawa

Nobue Kakimoto (voice)

Shinya Fukumatsu

Shinya Fukumatsu

(voice)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Paprika (2006), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

When a machine that allows therapists to enter their patient's dreams is stolen, all hell breaks loose. Only a young female therapist can stop it and recover it before damage is done: Paprika.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Paprika. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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