Paprika (2006 Film) Thriller/Sci-Fi ‍

Dr. Atsuko Chiba works as a scientist by day and, under the code name "Paprika," is a dream detective at night. Atsuko and her colleagues are working on a device called the DC Mini, which is intended to help psychiatric patients, but in the wrong hands it could destroy people's minds. When a prototype is stolen, Atsuko/Paprika springs into action to recover it before damage is done.

Directed by: Satoshi Kon
Starring: Satoshi Kon, Megumi Hayashibara, Tōru Furuya

Awards: Venice Film Festival's Golden Lion (Best Film)