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Late Night Horror Screening: Perfect Blue

Kilkenny Animated Presents

Late Night Horror Screening: Perfect Blue

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Join us at 10pm for a special late-night screening of Perfect Blue, the groundbreaking anime psychological horror that continues to haunt audiences nearly three decades after its release. Widely regarded as a masterpiece of the genre, this 1997 film blurs the line between reality and illusion in a chilling tale of fame, obsession and identity.The story follows a pop idol who leaves her music career behind to pursue acting, only to find herself stalked by an obsessive fan as her grip on reality begins to unravel. Stylish, unsettling and deeply influential, Perfect Blue remains one of the most acclaimed psychological thrillers ever committed to screen.

Introduced by Cartoon Saloon’s Tomm Moore, this is a perfect event for horror lovers, anime fans and anyone who enjoys cinema that lingers long after the credits roll.

A late-night descent into paranoia, obsession and one of the most unforgettable animated films ever made.

Please note: this screening is rated 18+ and contains mature themes and scenes which some viewers may find disturbing.

Location

Watergate

Date & Time

11th September 2026 | 22:00- 23:30

Target Audience

Ages 18+

Cost

€13.00

Book Event
Three animated female singers in matching pink and white outfits and gloves perform on stage under colourful lights, each holding a microphone and smiling.
An animated person in a dark uniform sits on the ground, resting their head on their hand, looking distressed, with a green wall and red railing behind them.
Three animated young women in pink outfits and gloves hold microphones, standing close together on stage, appearing serious or thoughtful, with a dark background and a colourful reflective surface behind them.
Two animated women stand on a tube train; one looks tense and is reflected in the window, while the other faces forward, appearing thoughtful. City lights are reflected in the glass.
A close-up of an animated woman’s surprised face with small fish swimming in front of her, framed by green leaves and plants.
A person with dark hair faces a cluttered wall and desk, covered with stacks of papers and many photos of a young woman in various poses.
A smiling woman with a pink bow is closely approached from behind by a sinister-looking man with long dark hair, half of his face in shadow. The background is dark and blurred.
An animated girl in a pink and white dress twirls joyfully in the rain, surrounded by people holding umbrellas on a city street.
An anime woman with short dark hair and a pink headband sits on the ground, looking ahead. She wears white gloves and a red dress, with blood smeared on her face and hand.
A woman in a frilly red dress stands in front of a mirror, looking at her reflection while another woman, seen from behind, faces her. A wardrobe with shirts is visible in the background.
Two women stand in a room; one wears a red dress and white gloves, the other looks concerned. Behind them is a poster of three girls and a calendar on a yellow wall.
An animated girl in a pink and white dress twirls joyfully in the rain, surrounded by people holding umbrellas on a city street.

Meet the contributors

Introduced by Cartoon Saloon’s Tomm Moore, this is a perfect event for horror lovers, anime fans and anyone who enjoys cinema that lingers long after the credits roll.

A bearded man with tattoos, wearing a black t-shirt, sits by a window. The image is in black and white with a colourful border inspired by the vibrant energy of the Kilkenny Animated Festival.
Tomm Moore

This event is kindly sponsored by