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Ghost in the Shell - DVD
Ghost in the Shell - DVD
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In the year 2029, the line between humanity and technology has dissolved into a hyper-connected cybernetic network. Major Motoko Kusanagi, a cyborg field commander operating for Public Security Section 9, leads an elite counter-terrorism unit tasked with neutralizing cybernetic threats, rogue AI, and political conspiracies. When a ghost-hacking entity known as "The Puppet Master" begins infiltrating and hijacking the minds of cybernetically augmented humans—erasing memories and implanting false identities—Section 9 is deployed to track the shadowy operative down. But as Motoko pursues the target deeper into the digital abyss, she is forced to confront existential questions about her own artificial body, her remaining human identity, and the true nature of her "ghost."
Directed by visionary filmmaker Mamoru Oshii (Patlabor, Angel's Egg) and based on Masamune Shirow's groundbreaking manga, 1995's Ghost in the Shell stands as an indisputable cornerstone of cyber-fiction and anime history. Renowned for its philosophical depth, exquisite hand-drawn animation, atmospheric cyber-noir world, and Kenji Kawai’s haunting traditional choral soundtrack, the film directly inspired modern sci-fi classics like The Matrix. Released on DVD by Manga Video, this legendary feature film is an absolute cornerstone for every anime enthusiast and sci-fi collector.
Notable Staff & Voice Talent
Director: Mamoru Oshii (Patlabor 2, Innocence, The Sky Crawlers)
Original Creator: Masamune Shirow
Studio: Production I.G
Music: Kenji Kawai (Patlabor, Fate/stay night, Mobile Suit Gundam 00)
Cast:
- Atsuko Tanaka / Mimi Woods as Major Motoko Kusanagi
- Akio Ōtsuka / Richard George (Richard Epcar) as Batou
- Iemasa Kayumi / Abe Lasser (Tom Wyner) as The Puppet Master
- Tamio Ōki / William Frederick (Michael Sorich) as Daisuke Aramaki
- Kōichi Yamadera / Christopher Joyce as Togusa
DVD Features
- Original "Making of Ghost in the Shell" Featurette
- Character & Production File Gallery
- Original Japanese & U.S. Theatrical Trailers
- Manga Video Previews
Spoken Languages: English & Japanese Audio, English subtitles
Edition Details
Japanese Title: GHOST IN THE SHELL / 攻殻機動隊 (Kōkaku Kidōtai)
Runtime: ~82 Minutes
Director: Mamoru Oshii
DVD Release Year: 1998 (Manga Entertainment / Manga Video Release)
Original Theatrical Release (Japan): 1995
Publisher: Manga Entertainment / Manga Video
Rating: NR / Unrated (Contains Graphic Violence, Cybernetic Nudity, & Philosophical Themes)
Region: Region 1 (U.S. / Canada)
Genre: Sci-Fi, Cyberpunk, Action, Psychological Thriller
Themes: Cybernetics, Artificial Intelligence, Identity, Ghost Hacking, Dystopian Future
Media assumed VG+ unless otherwise noted.
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