Watch Perfect Blue (and all of Satoshi Kon's Work really...) | Glass Reflection

[@shadushio9682]

All his movies had this edge, this flavor where you could just tell it was him. It's hard to describe.

[@hraags7107]

I finished all his movies last month... All of them masterpieces. We lost a genius, unfortunately. But his movies will live on forever.

[@dom604]

If you haven't, also give Paranoia Agent a shot. Great series that hits very similar beats to all of the movies, imo.

[@sengiv7326]

@@dom604, yes it is. I Love Paranoia Agent. It's superb storytelling at it's finest by Satoshi Kon that he was known for. And you're correct about all his movies being great masterpieces. I love Paprika & Tokyo Godfathers.

[@TGNXAR]

@@sengiv7326 It is also, just like Perfect Blue and others, REALLY disturbing.

[@satoriakihiro1283]

and that makes me wonder why people are afraid of edge now if goblin slayer cant even pass without controversy this film wont event air in the west

[@sengiv7326]

@@TGNXAR, it sure is. Especially in "Perfect Blue

[@Real_SkyRipper]

Satoshi Kon = God, sorry but that man talent into creating stories and directing them using the power of Anime just makes me crazy, speechless, he is way to good.

[@andyloaeza8476]

Cringe

[@Jerome-iwnl]

Man, Perfect blue is up there, incredible movie, no doubt in my top 15 anime movies

[@imkotable]

Perfect Blue // Black Swan. Paprika // Inception. The greatest Animé director ever.

[@deadpopstar]

Also the films/work of David Lynch. (Mulholland Dr., Twin Peaks, Inland Empire, ect.) I'd be shocked if Kon WASN'T a huge fan of & also inspired by him as well.

[@FancyTophatDude]

Both more layered and more uniquely executed than the movies inspired by satoshi's work.

[@bcnicholas123]

Darren Aronofsky, the director of Black Swan, actually did buy the rights to Perfect Blue so he could do his own rendition of the bathtub scene in Requiem for a Dream. It’s crazy what an influence Satoshi Kon had on film

[@ianp5367]

Perfect Blue, is seriously amazing, and goddamn is it disturbing in the best way possible.

[@nLTwiGGy]

It seriously is one of the best anime movies ever made. It's in my top 5 movies, anime or otherwise

[@thatoneguy-7387]

Yeah I watched Perfect Blue in the dark, in the middle of the night. It was one of the most terrifying and entrancing experiences of my life. I don't think I've ever felt more deeply sorry for a protagonist.

[@pangkoulee7648]

The rape scene was mortifying

[@kevinpavelchik9189]

How refreshing to see an Anime film where the characters actually LOOK moderately JAPANESE!!!

[@shiteyanyo1111]

It was animated in a very life-like fashion. Like it's anime, but the characters have caricature features.

[@ET-Gamer]

Tokyo Godfathers is something I watch every Christmas now.

[@johnhmaloney]

I love Tokyo Godfathers. It's not only my favorite Kon film, but probably my favorite film of all, I've watched it every Christmas Eve since '13 and over the last few years have spent December marathoning all of his work.

[@winter4abunny]

Same!!!!

[@Caterfree10]

SAME TBH 💜

[@chunkystains8950]

Best Christmas movie!

[@mineabou]

Tokyo Godfathers got a weak writing though, Everything gets solved through very convenient coincidences

[@sodathejunker]

Perfect Blue and Millennium Actress are the definition of animated masterpieces from Japan

[@haniwadog]

Those movies are like two sides of the same coin. In Perfect Blue obsession becomes a negative thing that the protagonist wants to avoid, but in Millennium Actress it's quite a romantic obsession about finding someone we actually want in our life. Kon was surprisingly good at showing a female star's perspective on these things

[@JMcNultyDrums]

I’m a simple man. I see Satoshi Kon and Glass Reflection and I click “like.” I am so happy to finally have a US release of Perfect Blue on blu-ray. The new master looks phenomenal. For the uninitiated, be sure to watch Tokyo Godfathers and Paprika as well.

[@silentvhs2835]

oh Paprika is one of my favorite movies, I have to watch this now.

[@DanKaraJordan]

No love for Millennium Actress?

[@JMcNultyDrums]

Daniel Jordan No, Millennium Actress is excellent as well, to be sure. Here’s hoping we’ll see it join Satoshi Kon’s other films on blu-Ray in the future.

[@NA-ju4vq]

I just came for the Satoshi Kon, GR is over dramatic with an annoying accent aka try hard. I only respect him for bringing people to good anime

[@martinmendiolamm]

Perfect Blue's ending was pretty shocking although I kinda saw it coming Edit: I actually watched this with the lights off and it creeped me out. I laughed when you said not to

[@davidlawrence5091]

I did that too! What an experience. This is truly an amazing film.

[@garrett1433]

Please Review Paprika!, There isnt enough reviews of the movie sadly :( but i really love Perfect Blue!

[@shadushio9682]

Such a sad fact that we'll never see his like again. Was one of the best directors, and he was taken before he reached his prime.

[@OniNoSweeney]

Paranoia Agent is probably Kon's most popular work due to its repeated runs on Cartoon Network. If you liked that series, you'll love his movies!

[@silentvhs2835]

I'm just now finding out he made a lot of my favorite anime...

[@animechic420]

Virtually all of Satoshi Kon’s works are masterpieces. 😊 They all deserve Blu-ray DVDs.

[@tardifan]

This was one of the first anime I ever watched (after the original Ghost in the Shell and various other Mamoru Oshii movies) and while I've kind of fallen off the anime bandwagon I still rewatch it frequently.

[@jonathanrobinson8926]

I am literally the biggest Satoshi Kon fan, and a pretty big fan of your channel too. This is the video I have waited for my entire life. Thank you.

[@ladychii88]

You summarized this film so wonderfully. I could never really pin-point why I love this film so much and would just people 'watch it and see'. It's an excellent thriller that just happens to be an Anime too

[@Gargoyle_Guy]

Man I have loved Satoshi Kon's work ever since I saw Magnetic Rose. It was the first anime thing that I saw that wasn't just DBZ and showed me that the medium could be a real work of art.

[@jonathanrobinson8926]

So excited to check out your recommendations, as I have exhausted my Satoshi Kon library many times over.

[@sengiv7326]

Nice to know you love it also Arkada. I bought Perfect Blue in 1999 on my break from my job at the game store I worked at when I was 19 yrs old. That's when it became my 2nd fav anime of all time and I started buying anything with the late Great Satoshi Kon. I loved all of his work. Paranoia Agent is in my top 3 anime series of all time. People that think anime is all violent, gory, & for teens that I've shown it to have all loved Perfect Blue & wanted their own copy. Thankfully now it's on blu-ray & I can watch it another 200 times & more now!

[@knight_crow]

Perfect Blue is one of the few movies I can always return to with the same enthusiasm.

[@justanunluckyirishmaninabl5178]

I’m amazed you managed to talk about Perfect Blue without once mentioning the surprise twist near the end. Great movie, would totally watch again anytime. Also glad you brought up Garden of Sinners.

[@183harsh]

Perfect Blue, man I watched this with two of my friends in freshman year of college one day, and it was quite a roller coaster. We still occasionally bring it up, it's unforgettable.

[@razbender1379]

Perfect blue is my favorite movie of all time anime or not. It's the only movie I have watched and really got well not just scared but truly terrified

[@knifetoucher]

I remember getting jebaited at the ending of it. Was not expecting the villain to be who it was.

[@gokuforhiresooon6301]

"Blue"-ray ahahahahahhahahahahahaha. Why u do this?

[@dracognia]

Such a spectacular psychological thriller. I did actually completely forget my surroundings when watching the movie the first time, and when a phone called towards the end of the film I was so at a loss that I barely remembered who or where I was. Satoshi Kon was a genius

[@cedspiral9010]

I have seen every anime from Satoshi Kon, loved all of them.

[@milanmilacic9311]

When I saw this film, I was rather young and because of that I might have not enjoyed it as much as I would today, but now you've reminded me to rewatch it cheers!

[@Caterfree10]

Satoshi Kon was a master who was taken from this world way too soon. So pleased to hear at least one of his works is on Blu Ray now and I am now motivated to see what others are.

[@benkylo8015]

Perfect Blue is a masterpiece and Satoshi Kon was a genius!!

[@Kage-jk4pj]

Hurrrrr durrrrr

[@benkylo8015]

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[@chizzicle]

I saw Perfect Blue at the cinema couple of months ago, there was a special screening, few theathers across the country for one night only. It was great

[@multibrandan]

OH MY GOD U DID A REVIEW ON MY FAVORITE MOVIE!!!! I honestly didn’t know what to expect when I saw this movie. I saw it as a fathom event like a years ago I come to it as “this should be awesome” only to come out of it with my buddy “what the f**k just happened? Is she Mima? Is she not? WHAT IS GOING ON!!!!!” N seeing that last scene. Still sends me chills n now that it’s a Blu-Ray! I SO WANNA GET IT! U just made my morning Arkada. Thank u!

[@WardOfSouls]

I haven't watched this movie in about 15 years, but I remember how powerfully it affected me them. I cant ever watch it first the first time again, but I may have to get myself a copy to share with my friends; it really deserves all of the praise it gets here.

[@2bteachable2]

Thank you for the review! I love "Perfect Blue." Whenever people who know nothing about anime but are interested in learning more, I frequently recommend "Perfect Blue" because it was the first anime I ever watched that made me forget I was watching anime. It is that good.

[@SMEneon]

perfect blue is PERFECT. when I saw this movie I had to show it to everybody I knew. it stunned the mental processes of nearly all of them.

[@aewilliams1171]

I saw this film for the first time last year in theaters for the 20th anniversary. Even though I knew how it ended from watching multiple reviews and analyses, it was quite an experience seeing it on the big screen. A lot more surreal and scary.

[@Cryinginthecloudssss]

I watched perfect blue on KZbin and I love all of this work. He’s amazing

[@johnreniel]

The first time I saw perfect blue it scared the shid out of me that I cant eat anything in that day

[@nekoramen6]

Really enjoy your review, thanks for present such a master piece. Perfect Blue is unique as Satoshi Kon. It is sad that he is not with us anymore but his work will stand for the future.

[@bcnicholas123]

Just came from watching it and I still have goosebumps

[@imperfectanimal57]

Thank you for reviewing my favorite movie. I love this very much. Satoshi Kon means everything to me.

[@TheCreepypro]

great video I couldn't agree more with your thoughts here especially since I had the pleasure of watching this in theaters a few months back and it kind of blew me away how well it held up despite the scenes with the old computers and internet it truly was a fantastic watch it even had an interview with Satoshi Kon after the credits which was great to watch as well

[@ReelPodcasts]

Having watched this for the first time in theaters last year. I can say I've never watched anime transcend the medium quite like this film did. It's now in a list of my greatest films of all time.

[@bronyamorgan1368]

saw the title of this vid show up in my inbox and was like heck yes this dude gets it in again

[@dweebhub6642]

Sad we lost him so soon, I can only imagine the insanity he and Madhouse would be able to make today.

[@vilvero]

It’s a truly special film. And just as you say when you’re watching it you have no idea what’s real or not, what to believe or not believe.

[@NapoleChan]

I didn't need to be told to do this I definitely know but the title and video was so damn true I feel like doing some rewatching of Kon's work maybe Tokyo Godfathers

[@fukumarkzuckerburg]

since i watched the irregular at magic highschool, every time he finger snap closes or finger snap transitions i cant help but think of shiba vs ichijou

[@sakurabloomltd.8667]

Can’t wait for your dissection on Yuasa’s work

[@darkprinc979]

I watched this going on twenty years ago when a friend loaned it to me on (I think) VHS. I really liked how mind bending the movie was, because at that time the extent of my experience with anime was mostly centered around what I saw on Toonami after school. That was around the same time that I watched Armitage the third (loaned to me by the same friend).

[@FaithTuckerTheArtsyBandit]

YES!!! I've been religiously recommending this movie to anyone who will listen and watch for at least a few years now. It needs this kind of attention, especially considering this was the inspiration for Black Swan. I don't want people to forget about this film. Honestly, I don't. It's worth every minute of your time, as it is my favorite animated thriller, period. But mind you, it is not for the faint of heart, as the film has scenes of explicit physical and sexual violence. Overall, to see Tristan cover this is such a treat for me. As we go further into the digital age, I suspect that the themes of identity being stolen and reinvented, and of the detriments of what we now know as stan-culture will only become more relevant.

[@CaptainSoftboy501]

I watched this with the lights off and it was a mistake "Oh boy I'll be so immersed" and oh boy was I 😂😭😭

[@GruSzabolcs]

One of my favourites. I'm also recommend watching it, this is definietly a masterpiece!

[@dee8739]

Thanks for making this video!

[@johnnymcjohnson1373]

honestly I think there should be a shot for shot live action remake of this movie, just so that people who don't like animated movies can still experience this masterpiece

[@DaRkLoRd-rc5yu]

it's been on my to watch list for about 8 years. Not been watching much anime as of late but this will be the next show i watch.

[@CastlesComments]

Everyone should also read his work "Opus" after going through the rest. It feels like another of his films while taking full advantage of a different medium. Even unfinished, it's still a fantastic work.

[@thancrus]

I remember the marketing Push for this that Manga entertainment used in the late 90s.... the Windows screensaver for the movie the theatrical push for it... I preordered it back then.

[@degeneratefest]

Perfect blue more like... Perfect blue-ray

[@JMB92998]

Perfect Blue is my favorite movie of all time. I was always so sad that I couldn't own it, so glad I can now!

[@MelonTartVA]

I got to see this on a youtube upload and it fucked with my head. I was still thinking about what I watched afterwards and I had to look up what other people thought of it.

[@youcancallmekamisama4548]

R.I.P. Satohi Kon your legacy will live on through your movies and their lovers!

[@leighmercadokfphrdept.2197]

Perfect Blue is really amazing movie that gives the inspiration of the understanding of the psychological theme of fantasy and reality of the entertainment industry. I think the Black Swan did the same ideas as Perfect Blue even though the director of that movie never admitted it

[@Mikauofthezora]

Perfect Blue is the reason why I watched Inland Empire til the end. That and the rabbits show.

[@DULE-vw9of]

perfect blue is my favorite animated movie

[@nanananananananananananana9430]

Same, man. It's so fucking great. My 2nd favorite is Treasure Planet (If I don't count Samurai X: Trust & Betrayal as a film. I highly reccommend both.)

[@jamiedeal8160]

such a shame that this video doesn't have more views. perfect blue is the kind of anime that many newer anime watchers have never heard of.

[@JacobMinger]

I’ve been wanting to watch this movie for years. I’m glad it finally got a Blu-Ray release

[@biolante555]

wow I remember first seeing this on starz movie channel

[@johnhmaloney]

Satoshi Kon was an absolute genius. I've spent the last few Decembers marathoning all five of his films, as well as his series, Paranoia Agent and it's become a tradition that I look forward to all year. One small nitpick: At 8:03 you say "Kon furthers on this concept with both of his later films", referring to characters living a double life. He made 3 features length films and a short film after Perfect Blue. Granted, Ohayo doesn't have a character who is living a double life, but that concept is explored in another way in Tokyo Godfathers through Gin and Sachiko. Not to mention that Paranoia Agent is all about characters living double lives. The way you worded that sentence not only misses that point but also suggests that Tokyo Godfathers and Ohayo don't exist.

[@fingerflipbullets5111]

I dont even know how it came to me watching a very good movie, all I did was watch Akira on KZbin, looked at the comments after watching, found one guy that says "can someone recommend me a film series like Akira and perfect blue" that's it lol I saw the name perfect blue and found the movie was on KZbin as well so just started watching and what do you know I felt this movie because everything seen in movie is real happening today it's stupid terrifying. And what a coincidence not only everybody on KZbin is talking about it, but my boi glass over here makes a video on this film as well lol, just from one comment, this is funny and cool at the same time.

[@timmeyer9191]

Perfect Blue was probably one of 3 films that made me love anime.

[@joshclaros2110]

Been postponing watching the entire line of films made from Satoshi but this video should hopefully push me to watch them sooner rather than later. :P

[@ritzexists2201]

funny, I just watched this movie two days ago for the first time. I loved it (it really did remind me of Garden of sinners, I'm glad that was one of your recommendations)

[@king0n140]

Lmao the get down glitch edit was pretty cool I’m not gonna lie

[@FrenXIII]

Will you review Millenium Actress? Im pretty curious about your opinion. Also thx for your work!

[@jinchuriki7022]

I was confused when watching the movie , then I realized we're experiencing her idol delusions

[@Nanu67-e9j]

I didnt know you did a review of it I love this film I heard from chris stuckmann.

[@Arkus000]

Each and every work done by Yuasa is really very underrated

[@maskofice9432]

Saw Perfect Blue years ago and loved it. But more importantly, when I saw this video in my subscriptions my thought process was "Oh, Arkada's doing a Perfect Blue review. Great movie. Wait, why's he doing that one now? Unless...... (checks online) THANK THE LORD PERFECT BLUE IS FINALLY BEEN RERELEASED HALLE-FREAKIN-LUJAH" Seriously, I'm just so glad it's getting a re-release. Now if we can get the same for the rest of Satoshi Kon's work.....

[@Pmak]

When he said Devilman Crybaby ---- I heard Devil May Cry, Baby!......I've been playing too much DMC5 I think.....

[@bluebamboomusic6882]

Thankfully I had already seen Perfect Blue multiple times before watching this because you just went ahead and spoiled practically everything.

[@jasondoe2596]

I also don't think that this video spoils the actual plot of the movie, although it does summarize some of its themes...

[@shiteyanyo1111]

It didn't even show or mention her psychotic agent. Which she kind of played a HUGE part

[@bluebamboomusic6882]

@@shiteyanyo1111 Pretty thoroughly explains the whole plot up until the agents role becomes apparent. By the way, did you consider calling the agent psychotic as a spoiler, because considering for the most part she appears to be generally supportive towards mima I would call it a spoiler. I'm not saying he has no right to spoil the film, just give a warning first, especially in his case as he is the person known for saying everything is a spoiler.

[@stephennootens916]

Perfect Blue was one of like the first three anime movies I bought, back than I had to drive about half hour to the nearest mall to buy anime so it was rare that I did it. On another note there's something odd at the idea Gkids were the ones to pick this title up after it's been out of print for so long. I personally have the VHS copy which is one of the reasons I still have a VHS player.

[@TheRealVordox]

I was 17 when i found this movie... I was watching around midnight and then suddenly. "Adult anime" Program block appeared...I was captivated instantly and will never forget it....

[@azuremountain]

i went crazy watching this movie, thank you.

[@bitterestbird]

Totally interested in this anime. Thanks for recommendation!! 😁

[@jjpark98]

Funny enough I only ever just saw Perfect Blue a couple months ago. A master piece it is indeed.

[@josiahvock5675]

During the ending credits it said at the top that it was a review of The Magnificent Kotobuki

[@meeranhaq9479]

Man...this movie was a trance, like, I was fully under a trance as I watched this, couldn't stop. I don't remember much but all I remember is my mind being numb as I watched this movie lol. I know why I was in a trance.,...that music is creepy asf lol But honestly....as good as the movie was, i barely remember it lol, and the twist didn't really make me go "omg wtf", just "oh shit ok"

[@jb687827]

Perfect can be rented on Amazon Video, if your interested.

[@diglo123]

I have watched perfect blue. Will check out some other stuff then.

[@MagicalGirlUsagi]

I’ve seen Paprika, and I thought it was amazing. I might try and give this one a go too 😊

[@juliav601]

How convenient that I just rewatched Perfect Blue like 5 days ago (for the 2nd time ever since I got traumatized by it at the tender age of 13 ) though now at 26 I was suprised that it wasn’t as scary as I remembered it (at all) 🤔 still love it though

[@Syraleaf]

Garden of sinners is fantastic and terribly slow. I loved watching that. I guess this means Perfect blue is a must watch now!

[@chadmiettunen]

As soon as I found out they were rereleasing Perfect Blue I preordered it. Now they just need to put out a Blu-ray of Millennium Actress...

[@riffgroove]

I've owned this on DVD since I first saw it. Going to buy the blu-ray today.

[@camchem]

I’m not easily scared. I can count the times that I was genuinely terrified by a piece of media on one hand. Perfect Blue terrified me because of how real it felt. And how, no matter how many times I watch it, I can never know all the answers. It isn’t just one of my favorite anime films, it’s one of my favorite films of all time. A film that scares the shit out of you without even being horror? Only a master filmmaker can do that.

[@joshuarhoden1194]

I love Kon, i even brought him as my final thesis for uni