Samuel LovePerfect Blue, one of the most celebrated anime films of all time, makes its long-awaited 4K UHD debut with a gorgeous Deluxe Edition set from Anime Ltd, presenting the definitive edition of Satoshi Kon’s acclaimed 1998 psychological thriller. This big, bulky release is packed with special features that dive deeper into the film, alongside a beautifully assembled selection of physical extras – a booklet, art cards, and a replica quad poster – housed in a wonderfully designed package. Although non-collectors may lament the lack of a regular edition with (currently) the only option to pick up the film in 4K UHD being this £70 set, big fans of the film will be thrilled with the love and care that has been put into this package. Every part of the release oozes quality, and will certainly be a jewel in the collection of anime buffs.
Synopsis
Mima Kirigoe, a former pop idol, makes a bold transition into acting, taking on a role in a drama that includes a disturbing assault scene, and even releasing a provocative nude photo book. Her dramatic reinvention grabs public attention, but also provokes unease among her fans, her manager, and even herself as she struggles with the rapid shift from her days as a pop idol. As a stalker begins to shadow her, a screenwriter and a photographer are murdered one after another. “Did I kill them?” Mima begins to wonder if a split personality is gradually taking over, just like the character that she plays in the drama. Then “the other Mima”, the pop idol who was supposed to have “graduated,” appears in front of her…
This Deluxe Edition release contains
- The film on UHD Blu-ray with a 4K SDR presentation, featuring English and Japanese DTS-HD Master Audio tracks with English subtitles.
- The film on standard Blu-ray
- Comes packed in a rigid slipcase containing the film on 4K UHD and standard Blu-ray.
- Also included is a 132-page book featuring a plethora of artwork, character designs, settings, and a text version of an introductory talk about the film between director Satoshi Kon and Ms Luna Nagai.
- Includes a replica promotional quad poster (101.6 x 76.2 cm)
- Also includes a series of ten art cards with striking promotional visuals from the film.
- On-disc UHD extras consist of a 4K 11-minute promotional video edited by Satoshi Kon, and 4K trailers.
- Blu-ray extras consist of an original SD version of the main feature, a series of Satoshi Kon lectures, and cast interviews.
- This release also includes a bonus Blu-ray featuring the full-length Satoshi Kon lecture (117 minutes), offering up a comprehensive study and breakdown of the film from the director himself.
PERFECT BLUE is available on Deluxe Edition 4K UHD Blu-ray from Anime Ltd.
