The Japanese animated film Paprika will be the focus of a special event in Paris, taking place at the Musée Guimet on September 11. Organized in partnership with Sony Pictures, the evening will feature a screening of the film in the museum’s rotunda-belvedere, a rare opportunity to experience this influential work. The film, directed by Satoshi Kon, is widely regarded as a groundbreaking piece of science fiction animation and is often cited as an inspiration for Christopher Nolan’s Inception. Two screenings will be held, at 19:30–21:00 and 21:15–22:45, with a limit of 40 attendees per session.
The event will also include a rooftop gathering titled Tokyo Night Sur Le Rooftop, beginning at 19:00. Attendees will enjoy a specially curated playlist centered around Tokyo, setting the mood for the evening. From 21:00 to 23:30, the music will be provided by Vega Voga, a Japanese composer, producer, and DJ based in Paris. Known for blending electro, experimental pop, and eclectic influences, Vega Voga will create an atmosphere that bridges the cultural and musical worlds of Paris and Tokyo, with the Eiffel Tower as a backdrop.
Paprika, released in 2005, was produced by Madhouse, the studio founded by Satoshi Kon. The film is celebrated for its inventive storytelling and visual style, and it was inspired by the novel Paprika by Yasutaka Tsutsui. In France, the novel is available at Ynnis Editions. The event is part of a collaboration with the Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, highlighting the cultural ties between the two cities.
This unique evening offers a chance to explore the artistic and cultural connections between Japan and France, through both film and music. Whether attending for the film, the DJ set, or the overall experience, visitors will be immersed in a world where animation, music, and cross-cultural exchange come together.
Paris to Host Events Featuring Satoshi Kon's Paprika with Tokyo-Themed Night on Rooftop
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