/2RvBe8U9nMv2n86OmIdy0iz9zK7.jpg

Perfect Blue (1997)

The color of illusion is Perfect Blue.

Genre : Animation, Thriller

Runtime : 1H 21M

Director : Satoshi Kon
Writer : Sadayuki Murai

Synopsis

A retired pop singer turned actress' sense of reality is shaken when she is stalked by an obsessed fan and seemingly a ghost of her past.

Actors

Junko Iwao
Junko Iwao
Mima Kirigoe (voice)
Rica Matsumoto
Rica Matsumoto
Rumi (voice)
Shinpachi Tsuji
Shinpachi Tsuji
Tadokoro (voice)
Masaaki Okura
Masaaki Okura
Mamoru Uchida (voice)
Yousuke Akimoto
Yousuke Akimoto
Tejima (voice)
Yoku Shioya
Yoku Shioya
Takao Shibuya (voice)
Hideyuki Hori
Hideyuki Hori
Sakuragi (voice)
Emi Shinohara
Emi Shinohara
Eri Ochiai (voice)
Masashi Ebara
Masashi Ebara
Murano (voice)
Kiyoyuki Yanada
Kiyoyuki Yanada
Kantoku (voice)
Toru Furusawa
Toru Furusawa
Yada (voice)
Shiho Niiyama
Shiho Niiyama
Rei (voice)
Emiko Furukawa
Emiko Furukawa
Yukiko (voice)
Aya Hara
Aya Hara
Mima's Mother (voice)
Shin-ichiro Miki
Shin-ichiro Miki
Taku (voice)
Megumi Tano
Megumi Tano
Child (voice)
Emi Motoi
Emi Motoi
Child (voice)
Akio Suyama
Akio Suyama
Tadashi Doi (voice)
Osamu Hosoi
Osamu Hosoi
Company Employee (voice)
Koichi Tochika
Koichi Tochika
Red (voice)
Soichiro Hoshi
Soichiro Hoshi
Green (voice)
Kisho Taniyama
Kisho Taniyama
Blue (voice)
Shokkâ Ôno
Shokkâ Ôno
Chairman (voice)
Rofuto Purasu Wan Burazâzu
Rofuto Purasu Wan Burazâzu
Audience (voice)
Makoto Kitano
Makoto Kitano
Reporter (voice)
Kaori Minami
Kaori Minami
Reporter (voice)
Jin Yamanoi
Jin Yamanoi
Additional Voices (voice)
Takashi Nagasako
Takashi Nagasako
Additional Voices (voice)

Crews

Satoshi Kon
Satoshi Kon
Director
Hiroaki Inoue
Hiroaki Inoue
Producer
Sadayuki Murai
Sadayuki Murai
Screenplay
Masahiro Ikumi
Masahiro Ikumi
Music
Hisao Shirai
Hisao Shirai
Director of Photography
Harutoshi Ogata
Harutoshi Ogata
Editor
Sachiko Kato
Sachiko Kato
Background Designer
Nobutaka Ike
Nobutaka Ike
Art Direction
Nizou Yamamoto
Nizou Yamamoto
Background Designer
Hisashi Eguchi
Hisashi Eguchi
Character Designer
Toshiya Niidome
Toshiya Niidome
Key Animation
Hideki Futamura
Hideki Futamura
Key Animation
Hidenori Matsubara
Hidenori Matsubara
Key Animation
Hikaru Takanashi
Hikaru Takanashi
Key Animation
Hiroshi Hamazaki
Hiroshi Hamazaki
Key Animation
Hiroyuki Morita
Hiroyuki Morita
Key Animation
Katsuichi Nakayama
Katsuichi Nakayama
Key Animation
Kouichi Arai
Kouichi Arai
Key Animation
Kumiko Kawana
Kumiko Kawana
Key Animation
Kunio Takahide
Kunio Takahide
Key Animation
Makoto Koga
Makoto Koga
Key Animation
Makoto Yamada
Makoto Yamada
Key Animation
Mamoru Kurosawa
Mamoru Kurosawa
Key Animation
Masaharu Tada
Masaharu Tada
Key Animation
Masahiro Kurio
Masahiro Kurio
Key Animation
Michiyo Suzuki
Michiyo Suzuki
Key Animation
Mitsuo Iso
Mitsuo Iso
Key Animation
Morifumi Naka
Morifumi Naka
Key Animation
Nobumasa Shinkawa
Nobumasa Shinkawa
Key Animation
Shigeru Fujita
Shigeru Fujita
Key Animation
Shinji Hashimoto
Shinji Hashimoto
Key Animation
Shinya Takahashi
Shinya Takahashi
Key Animation
Takaaki Yamashita
Takaaki Yamashita
Key Animation
Takeshi Honda
Takeshi Honda
Key Animation
Takuo Noda
Takuo Noda
Key Animation
Yoshihiro Kitano
Yoshihiro Kitano
Key Animation
Yoshikazu Takeuchi
Yoshikazu Takeuchi
Original Story
Hitoshi Haga
Hitoshi Haga
Key Animation

Trailers and other movies

UK Exclusive Trailer [Subtitled]
Original Japanese Trailer [Subtitled]
Official US Trailer [Subtitled]
Original US Trailer

Posters and backgrounds

/2RvBe8U9nMv2n86OmIdy0iz9zK7.jpg
/reMBfiuA6OugResZAqVA5G3yfcT.jpg
/puY74ufbo6lvYBfzipbaxsQ34pX.jpg
/dAs6qanVL12VxRrEmtlWavEPLwg.jpg
/aCn7XoVdsTOXo0t8Iw9CFJCyIEE.jpg
/i0vO6X24oNG3YJS8a26AmzaluFO.jpg
/22YzEHdFHY2eYlKRbWusSTlvMyd.jpg
/xZMK0UekAF6yIpbHMzsmkZL5yiL.jpg
/ilLXUY1z7NobQA9k1C1D6uvpXey.jpg
/flWmTClDfno8zxUaAasLl76oqBf.jpg
/yFthWxDiUocwHdDi0jY2CYr9FFq.jpg
/bee6ZQVaSAUhlBinsP9In8x8vO1.jpg
/6WTiOCfDPP8XV4jqfloiVWf7KHq.jpg

Similar

Fleisch ist mein Gemüse
Before the Devil Knows You're Dead
When two brothers organize the robbery of their parents' jewelry store, the job goes horribly wrong, triggering a series of events that send them and their family hurtling towards a shattering climax.
Highlander III: The Sorcerer
Starts off in the 15th century, with Connor McLeod training with another immortal swordsman, the Japanese sorcerer Nakano. When an evil immortal named Kane kills the old wizard, the resulting battle leaves him buried in an underground cave. When Kane resurfaces in the 20th century to create havoc, it's up to McLeod to stop him.
Chiko
This is the story of Isa, who grows up in a Hamburg suburb. It might be one of the world's richest cities but every beast has its belly and here, in the very underbelly, Chiko lives in a world where violence, staking and keeping a claim, and drug taking are the norm. Where down is not an option, Chiko is determined to rise to the top, whatever and whomever it costs.
Ghost in the Shell
In the year 2029, the barriers of our world have been broken down by the net and by cybernetics, but this brings new vulnerability to humans in the form of brain-hacking. When a highly-wanted hacker known as 'The Puppetmaster' begins involving them in politics, Section 9, a group of cybernetically enhanced cops, are called in to investigate and stop the Puppetmaster.
Species
In 1993, the Search for Extra Terrestrial Intelligence Project receives a transmission detailing an alien DNA structure, along with instructions on how to splice it with human DNA. The result is Sil, a sensual but deadly creature who can change from a beautiful woman to an armour-plated killing machine in the blink of an eye.
One Hour Photo
Sy "the photo guy" Parrish has lovingly developed photos for the Yorkin family since their son was a baby. But as the Yorkins' lives become fuller, Sy's only seems lonelier, until he eventually believes he's part of their family. When "Uncle" Sy's picture-perfect fantasy collides with an ugly dose of reality, what happens next "has the spine-tingling elements of the best psychological thrillers!"
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre
After picking up a traumatized young hitchhiker, five friends find themselves stalked and hunted by a chainsaw-wielding killer and his family of equally psychopathic killers.
Renaissance
To find Ilona and unlock the secrets of her disappearance, Karas must plunge deep into the parallel worlds of corporate espionage, organized crime and genetic research - where the truth imprisons whoever finds it first and miracles can be bought but at a great price.
Jerry Maguire
Jerry Maguire used to be a typical sports agent: willing to do just about anything he could to get the biggest possible contracts for his clients, plus a nice commission for himself. Then, one day, he suddenly has second thoughts about what he's really doing. When he voices these doubts, he ends up losing his job and all of his clients, save Rod Tidwell, an egomaniacal football player.
The Descent
After a tragic accident, six friends reunite for a caving expedition. Their adventure soon goes horribly wrong when a collapse traps them deep underground and they find themselves pursued by bloodthirsty creatures. As their friendships deteriorate, they find themselves in a desperate struggle to survive the creatures and each other.
Tattoo
Marc Schrader, a rookie cop caught red-handed with drugs in a police raid of an illegal rave, joins a homicide investigation conducted by Chief Inspector Minks. The victim is a naked young woman with the skin stripped off her back, killed as she staggered into traffic. As Schrader and Minks investigate the murder, the case is complicated by a finger found in the stomach of the victim. Forensic examination proves the finger belongs to Nobert Günzel, who was previously convicted of rape and assault. The police raid Günzel’s residence, and discover a blood-stained table with restraints and bits of human flesh in his basement. They also find video equipment and preserved, tattooed skin from the victim’s back. Soon, they found dead bodies buried in the garden. Günzel then goes missing.
Two for the Money
A former college athlete joins forces with a sports consultant to handicap football games for high-rolling gamblers.
Satan's Little Helper
A naïve young boy unknowingly becomes the pawn of a serial killer.
Beauty and the Beast
Follow the adventures of Belle, a bright young woman who finds herself in the castle of a prince who's been turned into a mysterious beast. With the help of the castle's enchanted staff, Belle soon learns the most important lesson of all -- that true beauty comes from within.
Honey
Honey Daniels dreams of making a name for herself as a hip-hop choreographer. When she's not busy hitting downtown clubs with her friends, she teaches dance classes at a nearby community center in Harlem, N.Y., as a way to keep kids off the streets. Honey thinks she's hit the jackpot when she meets a hotshot director casts her in one of his music videos. But, when he starts demanding sexual favors from her, Honey makes a decision that will change her life.
Treasure Planet
When space galleon cabin boy Jim Hawkins discovers a map to an intergalactic "loot of a thousand worlds," a cyborg cook named John Silver teaches him to battle supernovas and space storms on their journey to find treasure.
Godzilla
Japan is thrown into a panic after several ships are sunk near Odo Island. An expedition to the island led by Dr. Yemani soon discover something far more devastating than imagined in the form of a 50 meter tall monster whom the natives call Gojira. Now the monster begins a rampage that threatens to destroy not only Japan, but the rest of the world as well.
Godzilla Raids Again
Two fishing scout pilots make a horrifying discovery when they encounter a second Godzilla alongside a new monster named Anguirus. Without the weapon that killed the original, authorities attempt to lure Godzilla away from the mainland. But Anguirus soon arrives and the two monsters make their way towards Osaka as Japan braces for tragedy.
King Kong vs. Godzilla
The advertising director of Pacific Pharmaceuticals, frustrated with the low ratings of their sponsored TV program, seeks a more sensationalist approach. He orders his staff to Faro Island to capture King Kong for exploitation. As Godzilla re-emerges, a media frenzy generates with Pacific looking to capitalize off of the ultimate battle.

Recommend

Paprika
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: Paprika.
Millennium Actress
Documentary filmmaker Genya Tachibana has tracked down the legendary actress Chiyoko Fujiwara, who mysteriously vanished at the height of her career. When he presents her with a key she had lost and thought was gone forever, the filmmaker could not have imagined that it would not only unlock the long-held secrets of Chiyoko’s life... but also his own.
Tokyo Godfathers
On Christmas Eve, three homeless people living on the streets of Tokyo discover a newborn baby among the trash and set out to find its parents.
Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion
The second of two theatrically released follow-ups to the Neon Genesis Evangelion series. Comprising of two alternate episodes which were first intended to take the place of episodes 25 and 26, this finale answers many of the questions surrounding the series, while also opening up some new possibilities.
Akira
A secret military project endangers Neo-Tokyo when it turns a biker gang member into a rampaging psychic psychopath that only two teenagers and a group of psychics can stop.
Ghost in the Shell
In the year 2029, the barriers of our world have been broken down by the net and by cybernetics, but this brings new vulnerability to humans in the form of brain-hacking. When a highly-wanted hacker known as 'The Puppetmaster' begins involving them in politics, Section 9, a group of cybernetically enhanced cops, are called in to investigate and stop the Puppetmaster.
Legend of the Galactic Heroes: Overture to a New War
Reinhard von Müsel and Yang Wen-li return to their respective homes, one victorious and the other defeated. While Reinhard earns the new name Lohengramm, while Yang and his friends celebrate some welcome news.
The Legend of the Galactic Heroes: Die Neue These Collision 3
Lamb
An ordinary day takes a sinister turn for a woman and her child when a stranger walks into their isolated rural home.
Revue Starlight: The Movie
The stage emulates life and compresses it, setting free skills learned over lifetimes in brief but dazzling displays for the amusement and judgment of others. For the performers, it is the ultimate risk, and some will rise while others must fall. Nowhere is this truer than at the Seisho Music Academy, where music, dance and real weapons all come into play in the creation of the next great Star. Karen and Hikari’s destinies have been linked since a childhood promise, but their journeys here have taken very different paths. Now, after Hikari leaves, Karen must discover who she is without her opposite, while Hikari must rediscover her own course. Nor are they the only girls who must reassess and change if they want to achieve their dreams, as the dance, magic, and swordplay continue!
Wolf Children
After her werewolf lover unexpectedly dies in an accident, a woman must find a way to raise the son and daughter that she had with him. However, their inheritance of their father's traits prove to be a challenge for her.
The Girl Who Leapt Through Time
When 17-year-old Makoto Konno gains the ability to, quite literally, "leap" backwards through time, she immediately sets about improving her grades and preventing personal mishaps. However, she soon realises that changing the past isn't as simple as it seems, and eventually, will have to rely on her new powers to shape the future of herself and her friends.
Revue Starlight: Rondo Rondo Rondo
The franchise centers on "Starlight," a dance and dance troupe beloved the world over. Karen and Hikari promised each other when they were little that one day they would perform together on that stage. Time passes and now they are both 16 years old. Karen is very excited about the dance lessons she takes every day, keeping her promise close to her heart. Hikari changed schools and now lives far away from Karen. But the gears of fate bring them together again, destined to meet again. The two, along with other hopefuls, will compete in a mysterious audition to become part of this great company.
Princess Mononoke
Ashitaka, a prince of the disappearing Emishi people, is cursed by a demonized boar god and must journey to the west to find a cure. Along the way, he encounters San, a young human woman fighting to protect the forest, and Lady Eboshi, who is trying to destroy it. Ashitaka must find a way to bring balance to this conflict.
Mio on the Shore
Mio is 20 years old. Having lost her parents early, she and her grandmother run a traditional inn in Nagano. However, her grandmother gets sick. Mio moves to Tokyo and lives with her father’s best friend, Kyosuke. He runs a public bath. She begins to work at the public bath, but it is scheduled to be demolished to make way for redevelopment.
Grave of the Fireflies
In the final months of World War II, 14-year-old Seita and his sister Setsuko are orphaned when their mother is killed during an air raid in Kobe, Japan. After a falling out with their aunt, they move into an abandoned bomb shelter. With no surviving relatives and their emergency rations depleted, Seita and Setsuko struggle to survive.
Revolutionary Girl Utena: The Adolescence of Utena
In a loose retelling of the Revolutionary Girl Utena TV series, Utena Tenjou arrives at Ohtori Academy, only to be immediately swept up in a series of duels for the hand of her classmate Anthy Himemiya and the power she supposedly holds. At the same time, Utena reunites with Touga Kiryuu, a friend from her childhood who seems to know the secrets behind the duels. Utena must discover those secrets for herself, before the power that rules Ohtori claims her and her friends, new and old.
Legend of the Galactic Heroes: My Conquest Is the Sea of Stars
For the past 150 years, humanity’s two greatest nations have been deadlocked in a meaningless war. In what is hoped to be a miraculous victory, the Alliance embarks on a battle to break through the Empire’s frontline. Like many other “decisive” battles, this can only end in disaster; a sentiment shared by Imperial nobleman Reinhard von Lohengramm and Alliance Commodore Yang Wen Li, both of whom realize how to turn the fight in their favor. And while the tides of war may never change, these two men must rise to the occasion, solidifying their place in history as heroes.
Macross: Do You Remember Love?
It is A.D. 2009 and the human race is caught in a war between giant humanoids, male Zentrans and female Meltrans. Returning from the edge of our solar system after making a space fold, the SDF-1 Macross makes the long journey back to Earth with survivors of South Ataria Island. "Macross: Do You Remember Love?" is an alternate re-telling of the events that occurred in the original 1982 TV series.
Haru
A young Tokyo businessman joins an online movie forum and develops a special bond with one of its members through back and forth e-mails.