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Perfect Blue is the Blueprint for Modern Psychological Horror

Perfect Blue is the Blueprint for Modern Psychological Horror

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You Don't Know Me Anymore

What happens when a pop idol walks away from the stage to chase her dream of becoming a serious actress, only to find that the person she used to be refuses to let her go? Perfect Blue descends into a suffocating psychological nightmare where the line between performance and reality dissolves completely, and a stalker's obsession becomes the least terrifying thing lurking in the dark. Join us as we unpack Satoshi Kon's landmark debut, the crushing weight of public identity, and the question that follows Mima through every shattered mirror and blood-soaked hallway -- who are you when everyone else has already decided?

Joining Brendan in the studio for this episode is returning friend of the show and stand up superstar, Sam Bellwood!

In this episode (FULL SPOILERS): Going In Blind | Story & World-Building | Characters & Chemistry | Standout Moments | Animation, Sound & Style | The Verdict

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