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Satoshi Kon: The Illusionist,Used
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Satoshi Kon makes an art of Japanese anime.Rolling StoneThe headspinning anime fantasy Paprika (2006) introduced new viewers to one of Japans most visionary directors. Satoshi Kon crashed onto the world scene in 1997 with his smart slasherthriller Perfect Blue. His subsequent films range from the silverscreen romance of Millennium Actress (2001) to the socially conscious comedy Tokyo Godfathers (2003) and the surreally satirical TV series Paranoia Agent (2004). This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the work and vision of Satoshi Kon, with background and analysis of the key realitywarping films by animes premier illusionist. This timely new collection follows the 2007 US release of Kons latest film, Paprika, which was met with an enthusiastic welcome from his fans. For many, Paprika was a first introduction to Kons work; other fans have been following his career avidly from its early days. Satoshi Kon: The Illusionist will satisfy newcomers and longterm fans alike.Andrew Osmond is a British freelance film reviewer and journalist who was part of the Akira generation of anime fans. He has been writing about cartoons and anime for ten years and has interviewed numerous anime professionals, including Satoshi Kon. His articles and reviews have appeared in Animerica, Total Anime, Neo, Manga Max, SFX, Sight and Sound, Empire, and many other magazines.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Satoshi Kon: The Illusionist'? A: The book explores the work and vision of Satoshi Kon, focusing on his unique storytelling techniques and the reality-warping elements present in his films.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Satoshi Kon: The Illusionist' is Andrew Osmond, a British freelance film reviewer and journalist.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition, indicating it may have some wear but is still readable.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 128 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is published in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Satoshi Kon: The Illusionist' published? A: The book was published on December 1, 2009.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners interested in anime? A: Yes, 'Satoshi Kon: The Illusionist' is designed to satisfy both newcomers and long-term fans of Satoshi Kon's work.
- Q: Does the book include analysis of all of Satoshi Kon's films? A: The book provides background and analysis of key films by Satoshi Kon, including 'Perfect Blue', 'Millennium Actress', and 'Paprika'.
- Q: What genre does this book fall under? A: The book falls under the category of Performing Arts, specifically focusing on anime and film analysis.
- Q: Are there interviews with Satoshi Kon in the book? A: While the book does not contain direct interviews, the author Andrew Osmond has interviewed Satoshi Kon in the past and draws from these experiences.