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| Nelson_Mandela 06/05/19 2:00:34 PM #255: | #147. Ghost in the Shell https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/c/ca/Ghostintheshellposter.jpg Dir: Mamoru Oshii Genre: Animated, Science Fiction Year: 1995 For whatever reason, I always thought Ghost in the Shell was one of those throw-away animes that only real weirdos in the 90s found enjoyable. Something that maybe has cool visuals and style, but nothing as beautiful as a Miyazaki or Satoshi Kon film. Boy do I feel dumb now. Ghost in the Shell is one of the most compelling works of sci-fi action I've ever seen. Watching it later in life has also made me appreciate its influence on everything from The Matrix to 80% of JRPGs in the PSX era. But what surprised me most is just how grounded it is. I fully expected a batshit nonsensical plot, like one of those JRPGs on speed. However, it's really quite a taut story, and now I can recommend it with a straight face to anyone who has never watched anime before (and certainly before watching the live action Americanized version). --- "A more mature answer than I expected."~ Jakyl25 "Sephy's point is right."~ Inviso ... Copied to Clipboard! |
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