Satoshi Kon

Filmmakers

Satoshi Kon (今敏, Kon Satoshi, October 12, 1963 – August 24, 2010) was a Japanese film director, animator, screenwriter and manga artist from Sapporo, Hokkaidō and a member of the Japanese Animation Creators Association (JAniCA). He was a graduate of the Graphic Design department of the Musashino Art University. His works are known for their female lead protagonists, surreal imagery, and blending of fantasy and reality.

Each review will be listed below.

(*seen originally in theaters)

(**seen rereleased in theaters)

  • Perfect Blue (1997)**
  • Millennium Actress (2001)
  • Tokyo Godfathers (2003)**
  • Paranoia Agent (2004) – TV series
  • Paprika (2006)