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Ghost in the Shell

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In this Japanese animation, cyborg federal agent Maj. Motoko Kusanagi (Mimi Woods) trails "The Puppet Master" (Abe Lasser), who illegally hacks into the computerized minds of cyborg-human hybrids. Her pursuit of a man who can modify the identity of strangers leaves Motoko pondering her own makeup and what life might be like if she had more human traits. With her partner (Richard George), she corners the hacker, but her curiosity about her identity sends the case in an unforeseen direction.
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A stunning feat of modern animation, Ghost in the Shell offers a thoughtful, complex treat for anime fans, as well as a perfect introduction for viewers new to the medium.

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Willow Maclay RogerEbert.com Mamoru Oshii's Ghost in the Shell will always strike a chord with those directly affected by bodily displacement. Rated: 5/5 Mar 8, 2019 Full Review Gene Siskel Chicago Tribune The drawing style is remarkable in a story that reveals a Japanese preoccupation with roboticized culture and hard-edged sexuality. Rated: 3/4 Aug 16, 2017 Full Review Noel Murray The Dissolve Ghost In The Shell is an ultra-violent, rocket-paced film-over and out in just over 80 minutes-but it's a poetic one, too. Rated: 4/5 Sep 29, 2014 Full Review Rachel Wagner Rachel's Reviews (YouTube) A sci-fi classic with stunning animation Jun 1, 2024 Full Review Sean Axmaker Stream on Demand [Mamoru] Oshii’s dazzling science fiction work mixes adventure, mystery, and metaphysics in a future where humans are routinely augmented with bionics and electronic implants, and then follows it into the next evolutionary step. Apr 8, 2023 Full Review Wesley Lovell Cinema Sight It’s a film of unique and divergent opinions that remain heavily debated 25 years after its initial release. Rated: 2.5/4 Nov 26, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

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Daniel This movie is and will always be a masterpiece of the cyberpunk genre and movies in general. The 4K treatment did wonders. I only wish they also had a showing with the English cast as the dub for Ghost in the Shell was amazing. I also wish my theater had the posters that were given out at other locations, I was really looking forward to getting one and came early just for that. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/24/21 Full Review Thomas B This movie changed way I appreciate film. Very few movies shape culture as greatly as this one has. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/24/21 Full Review Christopher G a seminal anime film that everyone with even a slight interest in the medium should see. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/23/21 Full Review Rob Such an awesome experience! A must watch in IMAX! Can’t wait to see more Anime on the IMAX screen Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/23/21 Full Review Isaac a great trip down memory lane. where you could end a movie as a draw and expand on the source material too. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 09/23/21 Full Review redtens First fine watching the Japanese dub, and it definitely hit different than I remember. Perhaps some of the story was lost in translation, or maybe I see it differently now that I'm older. Regardless, the experience was amazing, immersive, and definitely worth the price of admission. If you're a fan, I'd highly recommend making the time to see it in theatres - while you can. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/22/21 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis In this Japanese animation, cyborg federal agent Maj. Motoko Kusanagi (Mimi Woods) trails "The Puppet Master" (Abe Lasser), who illegally hacks into the computerized minds of cyborg-human hybrids. Her pursuit of a man who can modify the identity of strangers leaves Motoko pondering her own makeup and what life might be like if she had more human traits. With her partner (Richard George), she corners the hacker, but her curiosity about her identity sends the case in an unforeseen direction.
Director
Mamoru Oshii
Producer
Mitsuhisa Ishikawa, Ken Iyadomi, Ken Matsumoto, Yoshimasa Mizuo
Screenwriter
Kazunori Itô
Production Co
Production I.G., Bandai Visual Company, Kôdansha
Genre
Action, Sci-Fi, Anime
Original Language
Japanese
Release Date (Streaming)
Dec 15, 2010
Runtime
1h 25m
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