Perfect Blue is a Masterpiece

We’re kicking off our Spooky Season series this October with a psychological thriller that changed anime forever: Satoshi Kon’s Perfect Blue.

In this episode, The Homies explore the haunting brilliance of Perfect Blue, breaking down its themes of identity, fame, and the blurred line between reality and illusion. Today we unpack why this 1997 classic still leaves audiences disturbed and fascinated today..

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Tune in every week this October as we spotlight more spine-tingling anime picks for Spooky Season.