Satoshi Kon
Satoshi Kon (October 12, 1963 – August 24, 2010) was a Japanese anime director and mangaka from Kushiro, Hokkaidō and a member of the Japan Animation Creators Association (JAniCA). He was a graduate of the Graphic Design department of the Musashino Art University. He is sometimes credited as “Yoshihiro Wanibuchi” (鰐淵良宏 Wanibuchi Yoshihiro?) in the credits of Paranoia Agent. He was the younger brother of guitarist and studio musician Tsuyoshi Kon.
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Satoshi Kon Movies
Discover the best movies directed by Satoshi Kon. Explore the complete filmography, including critically acclaimed masterpieces, box office hits, and top-rated Satoshi Kon films ranked by score.
1
Paprika (2006)
Animation
Science Fiction
Thriller
A cutting-edge psychiatric device that lets therapists walk directly inside a patient's dreams falls into the wrong hands, and reality begins to fray at the edges. Dr. Atsuko Chiba must...
Score
7.8
2
Tokyo Godfathers (2003)
Animation
Comedy
Drama
Christmas Eve in Tokyo becomes a turning point when three street dwellers stumble upon an abandoned newborn in the garbage. What begins as a simple act of mercy transforms into...
Score
7.9
3
Millennium Actress (2002)
Animation
Drama
Romance
A documentary filmmaker locates Chiyoko Fujiwara, Japan's most celebrated actress, decades after her sudden retirement. When he returns a mysterious key from her past, it becomes a portal into her...
Score
7.9
4
Perfect Blue (1998)
Animation
Thriller
When Japanese pop idol Mima walks away from her singing career to become an actress, she expects reinvention. What follows is something far darker. As she takes on increasingly disturbing...
Score
8.3
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest-rated movies directed by Satoshi Kon?
According to aggregate user scores, the absolute best titles directed by Satoshi Kon are Paprika, Tokyo Godfathers, and Millennium Actress.
How many movies and TV shows has Satoshi Kon directed?
Our database currently features a comprehensive filmography of 4 titles directed by Satoshi Kon, ranging from their earliest roles to the newest releases.
Are the movies directed by Satoshi Kon worth watching?
Yes! The overall filmography directed by Satoshi Kon maintains a strong average user rating of 8 out of 10 across all tracked titles.