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Paprika is an anime series adapted from the novel of the same name by writer Yasutaka Tsutsui and directed by Satoshi Kon. The film was released in 2006 and produced by Madhouse.
The story in Paprika takes place in a near future, when technology allows people to access their dreams through a device called the "DC Mini". A research team used the DC Mini to investigate and manipulate the dreams of patients during psychotherapy. However, when a DC Mini is stolen, things turn into chaos as dreams and reality begin to mix.
In this situation, Paprika, an employee in the research team, appears with the ability to enter other people's dreams. She and the other members of the group must face dangerous situations in both the real world and the dream to prevent the spread of the psychosis.
Paprika delivers a crazy and fantasy experience, with action, mystery, and deep psychology. The film explores themes such as adventure in dreams, truth and reality, as well as the role of imagination and psychology in people's lives.
Paprika is appreciated for its beautiful images, sharp pixels and unique mystical elements. It was also praised for its intricate plot and poignant message about the importance of freedom and control of the mind. Paprika is considered one of the outstanding and worth-seeing works of Satoshi Kon and Madhouse.
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Satoshi Kon
Screenwriters: Satoshi Kon, Seishi Minakami
Character: Dr. Atsuko Chiba/Paprika, Dr. Kosaku Tokita, Detective Toshimi Konakawa
Actors (voices): Megumi Hayashibara (Dr. Atsuko Chiba/Paprika), Akio Ohtsuka (Dr. Kosaku Tokita), Kouichi Yamadera (Detective Toshimi Konakawa)
Genre: Action, Fantasy, Psychological, Fantasy
Episodes: 1 (movie)
Status: Completed
Country: Japan
Studio: Madhouse