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Monday, 6 August 2012

Paprika (2006)

By using an experimental device, psychologists are able to enter the minds of sleeping patients, to better understand their problems. The titular Paprika is one such traveller. Users of the device have a moral obligation to respect the motivations of the dreamer, but what happens when the traveller chooses to force his or her own will upon the sleeping soul? Reality bends at every turn, exploring themes that Dir. Satoshi Kon has proved his mastery of in previous works. Fans of those previous films will happy-clap at references in this one.
Kon's regular composer Susumu Hirasawa again adds his talents to the madness. It's a match made in creative heaven; the parade music is a highlight.

4 moths to a flame out of 5

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