364 - Manga in Motion 49 - Perfect Blue

364 - Manga in Motion 49 - Perfect Blue

Author: Manga Mac Crew October 10, 2021 Duration: 2:03:54

Night 2 of October Extravaganza has us looking at Satoshi Kon's directorial debut with the psychological thriller Perfect Blue! We also have a spoiler-filled discussion on BEASTARS volume 14 and dakazu talks about the ending of Kunihachibu and Shintaro Kago's Choudouryoku Mouko Daishuurai!!!

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Timestamps:

  • 00:00:00 - Intro Song: "The One Eyed Captain" by Ian Post, Opening, Introductions, Modern Muppets vs. Classic Muppets
  • 00:03:33 - Listener Mail: The French and European manga scene
  • 00:18:02 Whatchu Been Reading: Transition Song: "Can't Look Down" by Ty Simon, Darfox keeps the banger jokes coming with Chainsaw Man volume 7
  • 00:19:46 - *SPOILERS* We discuss the events in BEASTARS volume 14
  • 00:37:05 - Morgana read Captivated, by You and Uncle From Another World so she could listen to the recent Yen Press episodes
  • 00:38:49 - The end and reveals of Kunihachibu still didn't make any sense
  • 00:48:45 - Choudouryoku Mouko Daishuurai takes Shitaro Kago's erotic grotesque art and applies it to an alternate history where giant hands were used as horses
  • 00:57:40 News: Chainsaw Man wins the 2021 Harvey Award for Best Manga
  • 00:59:35 - Next Episode Preview and Rundown: One Shot on Gogo Monster, We'll be reviewing Taiyo Matsumoto's story about a boy who can see another world filled with supernatural beings
  • 01:00:31 - Main Segment Manga in Motion: Perfect Blue, Transition Song: "K.I.T.T. Vs. K.A.R.R" by Ian Post, We review Satoshi Kon's 1997 psychological thriller about an idol turned actress who starts to lose her grip on reality
  • 02:01:53 - Next Week's Topic: Gogo Monster, Social Media Rundown, Sign Off Song: "Ghost Waltz" by Ziv Moran

Every Monday, the Manga Machinations podcast gathers for a conversation that feels like pulling up a chair with friends who are deeply passionate about comics from Japan. Hosted by dakazu, darfox8, Seamus2389, and Morgana Santilli, the discussions are less about the biggest mainstream hits and more about the hidden gems and foundational works that often fly under the radar. You’ll hear them introduce a wealth of unknown manga you’ve likely never encountered, alongside thoughtful, in-depth retrospective reviews of significant titles. These deep dives have covered works like the poignant comedy of 'Tokyo Tarareba Girls', the cyberpunk dystopia of 'BLAME!', and the legendary, epic scope of Tezuka Osamu's 'Phoenix'. The charm of this podcast lies in the hosts' genuine enthusiasm and varied perspectives, which can make a niche title sound like your next must-read. It’s a weekly exploration for anyone looking to move beyond the surface of manga, offering both discovery and a deeper appreciation for the art form’s vast landscape. For more from the Manga Mac Crew, you can visit their website or reach out via email.
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