PAPRIKA (2006)

KEY MOMENT: PARADE SCENE THEORIES/CONCEPTS

1/ SOFT POWER
2/ AUTEUR THEORY

THESIS
In Satoshi Kon's 'Paprika,' the mesmerizing parade
scene emerges not merely as a visual spectacle but as
a testament to the auteur's mastery, weaving a
tapestry of cultural richness that transcends mere
entertainment. This essay delves into the
kaleidoscopic blend of Auteur Theory and Soft Power
within the scene, unraveling how Kon, as a cinematic
auteur, strategically employs the parade's vibrant
aesthetics to subtly wield Japan's cultural soft power,
creating a cinematic experience that resonates far
beyond the confines of the screen, leaving an indelible
mark on the landscape of Asian cinema
 PAPRIKA (2006)
SOURCES INSPO VID

1/ PSYCHOANALYTIC CYBERPUNK MIDSUMMER-

NIGHT'S DREAMTIME: KON SATOSHI'S "PAPRIKA"

2/ANIMATED WORLDS OF MAGICAL REALISM: AN

UNDERSTANDING PAPRIKA
EXPLORATION OF SATOSHI KON'S MILLENNIUM
ACTRESS AND PAPRIKA

3/ DIGITAL SLEEP AND THE PERFORMANCE OF

LUCIDITY IN PAPRIKA