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MIND GAME

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An experimental psychedelic anime film directed by Masaaki Yuasa, adapted from Katsuhiro Otomo's manga. Pushing animation boundaries with impossible techniques and a free-spirited worldview, it represents the ultimate exploration of animation's potential. Regarded as a masterpiece in anime film history since its 2004 release.

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Category:Content IP

Subcategory:Anime

Location:Tokyo

Time Period:2004

Influence:Global

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