Ghost in the Shell
starring: Atsuko Tanaka, Iemasa Kayumi, Richard Epcar, Akio Ôtsuka, Tamio Ôki
directed by: Mamoru Oshii
directed by: Mamoru Oshii
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The skillful blending of drawn animation and computer-generated imagery excited anime fans when this science fiction mystery was released in 1995: many enthusiasts believe Ghost suggests what the future of anime will be, at least in the short term. The film is set in the not-too-distant future, when an unnamed government uses lifelike cyborgs or "enhanced" humans for undercover work. One of the key cyborgs is The Major, Motoko Kusanagi, who resembles a cross between The Terminator and a Playboy centerfold. She finds herself caught up in a tangled web of espionage and counterespionage as she searches for the mysterious superhacker known as "The Puppet Master."
Mamoru Oshii directs with a staccato rhythm, alternating sequences of rapid-fire action (car chases, gun battles, explosions) with static dialogue scenes that allow the characters to sort out the vaguely mystical and rather convoluted plot. Kusanagi's final quote from I Corinthians suggests that electronic evolution may compliment and eventually supplant organic evolution. The minor nudity, profanity, and considerable violence would earn Ghost in the Shell at least a PG rating. --Charles Solomon
The skillful blending of drawn animation and computer-generated imagery excited anime fans when this science fiction mystery was released in 1995: many enthusiasts believe Ghost suggests what the future of anime will be, at least in the short term. The film is set in the not-too-distant future, when an unnamed government uses lifelike cyborgs or "enhanced" humans for undercover work. One of the key cyborgs is The Major, Motoko Kusanagi, who resembles a cross between The Terminator and a Playboy centerfold. She finds herself caught up in a tangled web of espionage and counterespionage as she searches for the mysterious superhacker known as "The Puppet Master."
Mamoru Oshii directs with a staccato rhythm, alternating sequences of rapid-fire action (car chases, gun battles, explosions) with static dialogue scenes that allow the characters to sort out the vaguely mystical and rather convoluted plot. Kusanagi's final quote from I Corinthians suggests that electronic evolution may compliment and eventually supplant organic evolution. The minor nudity, profanity, and considerable violence would earn Ghost in the Shell at least a PG rating. --Charles Solomon
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Rating: - A masterful film gets an above average Special Edition
The film receives the highest possible figure on any scoring system from me.From the smooth and vibrant animation, the well developed characters and smooth pacing, the great direction and the atmosphere it creates, the stunning suggestions of the future and their execution,the action and the intrigue, and of course the philosophical musings and the concepts they explore with quite a bit of depth..it's all near perfect.
This particular DVD release of said film gets a 4/5.There are ... Read More
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- most overated anime movie of all time
The only reason I am even commenting on a movie that I care so little for, is its unanimous praise.This is not just a review on "Ghost in the Shell", but a critique on the wider world of anime.As a long time student of illustration and fan of 2D animation, I can honestly say that this movie encapsulates everything that is wrong with anime and its fans.As in most touted anime films, most of the animation and set design of this movie are excellent.The basic plot is also highly creative.These ... Read More
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- GitS purchase
Awesome movie! If anyone is an anime fan this is required viewing. Don't miss out on one of the best anime films out there!
Rating: - Excellent transaction
I liked the movie, if you like Princess Mononoke, then you may like this science fiction movie done with the same style of animation and computer graphics, new DVD came in excellent condition.
Rating: - Ghost in the Shell
This is one of the best anamie series i have ever seen. Highly recommend to all fans of sci-fi or anamie.
- A masterful film gets an above average Special EditionThe film receives the highest possible figure on any scoring system from me.From the smooth and vibrant animation, the well developed characters and smooth pacing, the great direction and the atmosphere it creates, the stunning suggestions of the future and their execution,the action and the intrigue, and of course the philosophical musings and the concepts they explore with quite a bit of depth..it's all near perfect.
This particular DVD release of said film gets a 4/5.There are ... Read More
- most overated anime movie of all timeThe only reason I am even commenting on a movie that I care so little for, is its unanimous praise.This is not just a review on "Ghost in the Shell", but a critique on the wider world of anime.As a long time student of illustration and fan of 2D animation, I can honestly say that this movie encapsulates everything that is wrong with anime and its fans.As in most touted anime films, most of the animation and set design of this movie are excellent.The basic plot is also highly creative.These ... Read More
- GitS purchaseAwesome movie! If anyone is an anime fan this is required viewing. Don't miss out on one of the best anime films out there!
- Excellent transactionI liked the movie, if you like Princess Mononoke, then you may like this science fiction movie done with the same style of animation and computer graphics, new DVD came in excellent condition.
- Ghost in the Shell This is one of the best anamie series i have ever seen. Highly recommend to all fans of sci-fi or anamie.
