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Paprika

Paprika

Released: 2008-08-12
© 2006 Madhouse, Inc. and Sony Pictures Entertainment (Japan) Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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Released: 2008-08-12
© 2006 Madhouse, Inc. and Sony Pictures Entertainment (Japan) Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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#18 in Top Films > Anime

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Prepare to enter the realm of fantasy and imagination where reality and dreams collide in a kaleidoscopic mindscape of sheer visual genius. The magical tale centers on a revolutionary machine that allows scientists to enter and record a subject's dream. After being stolen, a fearless detective and brilliant therapist join forces to recover the device before it falls into the hands of a "dream terrorist" in this gripping anime thriller from acclaimed director Satoshi Kon.

Apple TV: Customer Reviews

2011-06-07

Inspiration...

....for inception?
Lemsipipip
2011-03-26

Paprika is wow!

Trippy. Amazing images, so artistic. The story is complex but that does not detract from this film, in fact its almost like being in the dream itself. Something to experience rather than understand. I have watched it twice since downloading last night! Now I've watched it, I will be scouring the shops for a hard copy. Awesome.
Sopcornet
2011-03-24

What did I just watch?

I couldnt work out what I've just watched ? Or if I've been robbed of 99p ? Did I watch it at a wrong time ? Was it any good ? It was ok. I think the advert misleads you though because judging upon the advert you'd think this was a fast paced amine movie but I found it not to be. I'm not saying it's rubbish though. Maybe its just me. I've never been one to have an imagination. I prefer drama or horror movies. Maybe that's what il stick to.
Kobelaurz
2011-03-19

good example of anime

a little sad, I found was a lot of the guys were after one girl; and similar tricks, but its just the flavour of anime - you either like it or you dont! i do sometimes. Something you would not think about as serious (epic scale destructions for example), apparently is, or so the japanese artists and producers believed or wanted you to.
sonicth
2011-03-19

Animation that fills the eye!

Paprika, like the spice it's name comes from has to be one of the most engaging pieces of animation around.
It'a story is backed full of eye popping animation that keeps you rooted to the screen waiting for the next scene to unfold.
The crowd scenes are amazing when you consider this as a hand drawn production.
A fantastic concept of being drawn into ones own dreams and trapped by others.
A must see for any follower of animation.
colmhd
2011-03-12

Beautiful and genius

If western animations (and live action films for that matter) had half the creativity, invention and heart of Paprika, then we would be in for more treats. Like another reviewer says, this film is 'total mad' but my goodness it's brilliant. Watch.
errythrym
2011-01-08

Insane

Crazy film, got to love it
Phoebelicious
2010-08-22

A dream of a film

I'm in love with this film , it doesn't have any of those typical hollywood plots and the slight romance story in this is soooo cute , the quality of the drawing is just amazingand the concept of the film is so wiered but so real that it makes it easy to watch , well worth the buy !!!
diggerz18
2009-05-27

Simply Mesmerising.

This film is a modern classic.
There's so much imagination and thought crammed into the 90 minute running time.
Sumptuous visuals and stunning animation make for a delightfuly weird, thoroughly enjoyable tale.
My only complaints are that it's not long enough and might be too strange and confusing for some people.
Perfect-Dark
2008-12-07

very fun

i remember seeing this movie on the cover of a magazine last year, i always wanted to watch it, and im glad i did after today, the film has so much gong on on screen and any one time that you have to watch it about 100 times to see it all. the animation and artwork of the film is first class and is some of the best have seen from a japanese anime. the film is well worth a watch if your into this sort of thing. the story can be a little hard to follow, but the animation is a "carnival for your eyes" the soundtrack to this film was also great to listen too. this film is something completely original.
ItsActuallyAdam
2008-10-13

Paprika

Total mad but well worth a purchase.
Cap on a stick
2008-09-29

You don't have to be an anime fan to enjoy this stunning work by Satoshi Kon

I can't believe I got this wonderful film for only 6.99 when I've paid so much more for other films on itunes and been sorely disappointed. I cannot recommend this film enough, a real find. Fans of Hayao Miyazaki's "Spirited Away" will certainly appreciate the imagination at work in Paprika.
electricsqueak
2008-09-08

SO GOOD

THIS FILM IS HONESTLY AMAZING
IT'S SO SURREAL AND SLIGHTLY TWISTED BUT SO GOOD
SO SO SO SO SO SO SO GOOD
CHEAPER ON PLAY.COM, AND FREE DELIVERY ;)
brokenzoo
2008-08-18

Absolutely brilliant.

A classic cult anime with lovable aqnd believable characters. Throughout the story, it is the characters which drive Parika's plot along. That and our need to know how theirstory turns out.
The development is well paced and the script is realistic, helping the viewer to identify with the characters and the love story.
Paprika uses an artful mix of montages and straight scenes to build up a good plot which has enough to thrill anyone old enough to understand the significance of death. I wouldn't recommend it for other viewers as the action borders on horror in certain parts and may frighten the young'ns (an excellent example is that of the parade which I know scared my little sister).
One of the greatest parts of Paprika is its score. Susumu Hirasawa has outdone himself on a Soundtrack which is at once futuristic, eerie and uses Japanese to remind us of the films' origins.
Unfortunately, I feel the plot was a little thin nearer to the end of the film when Paprika must effectively save the world. This is not a major problem asit picks it's self up in a dignified manner and continues to entertain us.
With a plot like Parika's, it would've been easy to lose sense of what is going on though this is not a problem in Paprika.
A thoroughly enjoyable watch.
TomJou