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Although Perfect Blue is a darker, more psychological film, it shares many themes and filmmaking techniques with Millennium Actress, including a narrative that cleverly uses match cuts to weave reality and fiction together, and protagonists who are haunted by decisions they made in the past. Viewers who enjoyed the narrative structure of one of these films will very likely enjoy the other.

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...then you might like Tenkuu Danzai Skelter+Heaven add

Bottom-of-the-barrel examples of how *not* to make media. Nonexistent plot and character development, blatant plagiarism of other works, and some of the worst animation ever seen. The unintended hilarity this creates will leave viewers laughing for all the wrong reasons.

If you liked Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon add

...then you might like Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica add

On a surface level, both series involve a weak young girl who is contacted by a talking creature and asked to become a magical girl who will be tasked with combating evil forces. Over time, the girl meets allies who help guide her, and her desires and ideals are challenged by the tasks she faces. Although Madoka Magica features stronger character development and a darker, more thematic narrative, many of its basic concepts owe a great deal to Sailor Moon, and it is worth watching both of them to fully understand their collective impact on the medium.

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These two films are by the same director, and feature a specific style of artwork and cinematography that is recognizable in all of his works. Their narratives involve a set of protagonists whose love for each other is challenged by the distance between them.

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Both series consist of half an hour of fast-paced comedy featuring schoolgirls in a variety of shenanigans. Regardless of whether you're out of breath from laughing, or if you couldn't comprehend what was going on at all, you'll be left exhausted after watching.

If you liked Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica add

...then you might like Fate/Zero add

Both series were written by the same person (Gen Urobuchi), and feature strongly motivated individuals who form alliances with each other to confront destruction and despair, and very dark yet thoughtful narratives that comment on human nature.

If you liked Toki wo Kakeru Shoujo add

...then you might like Mirai no Mirai add

Both films involve time as a major plot element, and feature protagonists who start off with major character flaws but grow over the course of the story. Similar cinematography and effects are used in both works.

If you liked Toki wo Kakeru Shoujo add

...then you might like Kimi no Na wa. add

Both films feature protagonists who must deal with a supernatural phenomenon occurring in their lives, and ultimately discover who they love. Character design, visuals, and setting are very similar.

If you liked Non Non Biyori add

...then you might like Yuru Camp△ add

Both series feature a group of girls who learn about the world through their experiences in the outdoors. Minimalist narratives, beautiful scenery, and calming music are used to create a relaxing aesthetic and bring viewers into the characters' lives.

If you liked Shirobako add

...then you might like Gi(a)rlish Number add

Both series focus on the inner workings of the anime industry, but while Girlish Number exclusively features seiyuu, Shirobako is a more professional show that looks at all aspects.

If you liked Shinseiki Evangelion add

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The direction that UBW takes in its second season (transitioning from a rather standard action/adventure series to something with a darker, more psychological twist) is reminiscent of NGE. Several scenes in UBW are direct visual homages to NGE that viewers who have seen both series will recognize. Additionally, both series feature main characters who grow into their role as a hero with the help of those around them.