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Ghost in the Shell
Ghost in the Shell
GHOST IN THE SHELL
1995 ·83 min ·Japan, United Kingdom · 18+
8.2
IMDb 7.9 КП 8.1 RT 95% MC 76
Action, Animation, Science Fiction
Director: Mamoru Oshii
💬 Based on the comic «Ghost in the Shell» byMasamune Shirow
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In the year 2029, the barriers of our world have been broken down by the net and by cybernetics, but this brings new vulnerability to humans in the form of brain-hacking. When a highly-wanted hacker known as 'The Puppetmaster' begins involving them in politics, Section 9, a group of cybernetically enhanced cops, are called in to investigate and stop the Puppetmaster.

Budget: $3M
US Gross: $889,074
Worldwide: $10M
Atsuko Tanaka
Actor
Iemasa Kayumi
Actor
Akio Ôtsuka
Actor
🏆5 wins & 7 nominations total

Ghost in the Shell (1995) is widely regarded as a foundational cyberpunk masterpiece that prioritizes philosophical inquiry into identity, consciousness, and the human-machine boundary over conventional action. While its dense narrative and contemplative pacing polarize viewers expecting a traditional spectacle, most critics celebrate its atmospheric depth and enduring cultural relevance.

Score Kenji Kawai's evocative, meditative score creates a trance-like atmosphere that is central to the film's immersive quality.
Theme The narrative effectively transcends the genre by posing timeless philosophical questions about the nature of the self and the fluidity of consciousness.
Production The production design masterfully captures a cold, dystopian vision of the future that remains visually striking decades after its release.
Ending The film's intentional ambiguity invites viewers to engage with its complex ideas, though it leaves some wanting more concrete explanations.
Pacing The contemplative, dialogue-heavy tempo is perceived by many as essential to its depth, while others find the static animation and slow pace tedious.
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