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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.
Beautiful ambient soundtrack, legendary animation, and themes that are more prescient now than ever before. It's a genre defining anime.
For now we see only a reflection as in the mirror; then we shall see face to face.
This is where anime movies peaked in my opinion. This movie has influenced so many blockbusters like The Matrix, Inception. Everyone should watch this movie and ponder upon its message. Good story, Good action, Good animation.
#awesomesauce #midasfuckending #endingsuckedballs #wtfisthatending #batouthegoat
A thrilling and narratively complex anime film about the troubles that come with technological advancement, and the potential harm of melding the body with cybernetics. A cautionary tale that in no uncertain terms makes it clear that privacy no longer exists in a technologically advanced society.
A very good mix of fantasy and sci-fi. It shows a dystopian, Cyberpunk future. It is visually stunning, fast-paced, but also has quiet moments to linger and enjoy. The story is difficult to follow very quickly in place, but I think that the fact that we are following a special unit also makes it realistic. The picture and sound are still very, very good after all this time.
Sweet old school anime new school reality check
Absolute masterpiece. Cartesian duality is the name of the game
You cannot beat the aesthetic design and brilliant execution of this movie. The art is amazing, the story is amazing, the philosophy is amazing, every concept is amazing. If you haven't seen this already, you definitely have to watch it.
Ghost in the Shell drops you into a rain-soaked, neon-lit future where the lines between human and machine have all but vanished.
Major Motoko Kusanagi, a cybernetic agent of Section 9, is chasing down a mysterious hacker known as the Puppet Master, but the deeper she goes, the more she questions her own identity, memories and what it means to have a soul in a digitized world.
The film is packed with atmosphere. Neo-Tokyo feels haunting and alive.
It’s not just eye candy, though.
The story dives deep into philosophical territory: consciousness, self-awareness, and the cost of technological progress. It’s no surprise this film influenced The Matrix, Ex Machina and a whole generation of sci-fi.
That said, it’s not for everyone.
The dialogue can get dense, and Motoko’s detached persona makes emotional connection tricky on a first watch.
Still, I first saw this on a import DVD and it stuck with me.
It’s one of those films that lingers, visually, intellectually, emotionally.
If you’re into cerebral sci-fi or just want to see where half of modern cyberpunk got its DNA, this is essential viewing.
Good movie and psychological thriller. This version was always better than the live version.
5/5 visuals + concepts + ost. 3/5 Plot
Very good : )
really great japanese animation. remembered watching ghost in a shell, when i was just a kid,on adult swim cartoon network on cable tv. pretty creepy now that im older, guess Ghost in a shell has more meaning now that im older. really creepy permission to the new age of technology and the rise of artificial intelligence.
Favorite movie of all time.
Thought provoking, layers of philosophy and interpretation that you can peel away at with every new viewing.
And still relevant today despite its age.
Reviews
Ghost in the Shell
Denis Çerri reviewed
Ghost in the Shell
February 23, 2025This is where anime movies peaked in my opinion. This movie has influenced so many blockbusters like The Matrix, Inception. Everyone should watch this movie and ponder upon its message. Good story, Good action, Good animation.
1
9
SWAG CAPTAIN OVERLORD 300000000000 reviewed
Ghost in the Shell
June 25, 2026#awesomesauce #midasfuckending #endingsuckedballs #wtfisthatending #batouthegoat
1
3
angelm30 reviewed
Ghost in the Shell
May 21, 2025A thrilling and narratively complex anime film about the troubles that come with technological advancement, and the potential harm of melding the body with cybernetics. A cautionary tale that in no uncertain terms makes it clear that privacy no longer exists in a technologically advanced society.
Andre Bautz reviewed
Ghost in the Shell
February 19, 2025A very good mix of fantasy and sci-fi. It shows a dystopian, Cyberpunk future. It is visually stunning, fast-paced, but also has quiet moments to linger and enjoy. The story is difficult to follow very quickly in place, but I think that the fact that we are following a special unit also makes it realistic. The picture and sound are still very, very good after all this time.
Richard reviewed
Ghost in the Shell
August 3, 2025Ghost in the Shell drops you into a rain-soaked, neon-lit future where the lines between human and machine have all but vanished.
Major Motoko Kusanagi, a cybernetic agent of Section 9, is chasing down a mysterious hacker known as the Puppet Master, but the deeper she goes, the more she questions her own identity, memories and what it means to have a soul in a digitized world.
The film is packed with atmosphere. Neo-Tokyo feels haunting and alive.
It’s not just eye candy, though.
The story dives deep into philosophical territory: consciousness, self-awareness, and the cost of technological progress. It’s no surprise this film influenced The Matrix, Ex Machina and a whole generation of sci-fi.
That said, it’s not for everyone.
The dialogue can get dense, and Motoko’s detached persona makes emotional connection tricky on a first watch.
Still, I first saw this on a import DVD and it stuck with me.
It’s one of those films that lingers, visually, intellectually, emotionally.
If you’re into cerebral sci-fi or just want to see where half of modern cyberpunk got its DNA, this is essential viewing.
sgdjf reviewed
Ghost in the Shell
May 7, 2025Good movie and psychological thriller. This version was always better than the live version.
2
3
Mary Elizabeth Enrile reviewed
Ghost in the Shell
January 12, 2026really great japanese animation. remembered watching ghost in a shell, when i was just a kid,on adult swim cartoon network on cable tv. pretty creepy now that im older, guess Ghost in a shell has more meaning now that im older. really creepy permission to the new age of technology and the rise of artificial intelligence.
