Ghost in the Shell (1995) Review

Futuristic Cyborgs and Philosophy.

 Released back on November 18, 1995, Ghost in the Shell was a landmark anime movie. It influenced many film makers, especially The Wachoskis who directed The Matrix Franchise. This November, Ghost in the Shell will be turning 20, and after I recently watched it, I'll be giving it a review. 

STORY- In the year 2029, the world has been interconnected by a network that monitor every aspects of the human life. The majority of humanity, including the main cast, can access this network using cyborg bodies or "shells" as described in the movie, which gives them neat super-human abilities. Major Motoko Kusanagi, a member of Public Security Section 9, must track the notorious hacker, Puppet Master.

The story GITS presents in an interesting one.

CHARACTERS- The movie primarily foulness on three characters: Matoko, Batou, and Puppet Master. Matoko can often be seen as an emotionless and cold cyborg cop, but in fact, she still has human emotions. Throughout the journey, we get to know about Motoko and her questions if her "ghost" retains any humanity. Her partner, Batou, is more down-to-earth than Motoko. often seen quiet, he actually cares for Motoko. Puppet Master, on the other hand, is a mysterious entity whom more than meets the eye.

The main cast are surprisingly unique.

PRESENTATION- The cyber-punk world Ghost in the Shell which is a combination of computer graphics and animation is outstanding and feels surreal, especially the character designs, which are mature and realistic. In fact they hold up well even to this day. The composition for the movie captures the sense that you're in a futuristic setting, one that's filled with cybernetics. 

In terms of presentation, its one of the best animated movies ever made.

OVERALL- Almost 20 years later, Ghost in the Shell remains an influential movie that showcases the capabilities of modern animation and themes of self-identity. Overall, its one of the best anime movies ever made.

- Ghost in the Shell is a mature anime movie. There are scenes of violence, nudity, and profanity throughout the film.- 

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