IDOL - The Terrifying Reality of Perfect Blue
Perfect Blue is perhaps Satoshi Kon's most enduring work: a dark, twisted, unflinching look at Japan's idol industry. In this video I explore the reality behind that vision, and explain why this stunning movie still stands as one of anime's all-time greats. Consider supporting me on Patreon: / beyondghibli Follow me on Twitter: / beyondghibli You can find more work by Patrick Henaghan at https://discobible.com Spanish translation provided by Rayeloy

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An Analysis of Perfect Blue
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Japan's Blacklisted Idol [Part 1]

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Perfect Blue: Misogyny and Parasocial Relationships

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Neon Genesis Evangelion - Hope & Despair

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S13 E16: Iran Peace Deal & Feral Hogs: 6/21/26: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

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Hayao Miyazaki's wisdom for stuck artists

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With Eyes Unclouded - How Studio Ghibli Inspired Breath of the Wild

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The Use of Red in Perfect Blue

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The Cult of Kawaii: Exploring Japan's Idol Industry

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Die FIFA ist so ein Fiebertraum

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A Fistful of Woolongs - A Cowboy Bebop Retrospective

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This Movie Will Change You: Perfect Blue

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Taking a Look at Idol Culture and the Strange Industry Around it

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"The Final Song" - Boss Analysis - Drakengard 3

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Perfect Blue HAS COME TRUE

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The Incredible Japanese Prison Break

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Why PARASITE Is Impossible To Replicate

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