1995, 20 years ago, the widely acclaimed anime adaptation of Masamune Shirow's cyberpunk manga, Ghost in the Shell was released. It was praised for its stunning production values, courtesy of Production I.G. Two aspects that were unique to Ghost in the Shell were its story and themes, both also received praised. To celebrate the occasion, I revisited the film another time to see how it holds up, and the result was great. Public Security Section 9 agent Mokoto Kusangi's hunt for a superhacker known as "The Puppet Master" is still engaging as it was 20 years ago. Add in a few more strong supporting cast and philosophical themes and you'll have a deep and complex story. Speaking of complex, gits isn't for everyone. Many will understand its message while others will be left confused and lost. Nevertheless, re-watching gits was fun and enjoyable and its definitely on my all-time favorite anime films. For those looking for a engaging mystery thriller with deep themes, Ghost in the Shell is worth a look. On the other hand, those who like a more action-oriented mystery drama, Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex, is also worth a look.
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