trapcode echospace is a plug-in for after effects by red giant software. it gives control over multiple layers to create ripple, offset, and delay effects. this could be used to create the kaleidoscopic style duplications of peggy within the 'dreamlike' state of mind ive outlined in the script. if i can get a copy this could be a very handy resource.
screengrabs of the software description, and a tutorial where it is used to animate text;
