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DVD ~ Atsuko Tanaka
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  • Actors: Atsuko Tanaka, Iemasa Kayumi, Richard Epcar, Akio Ôtsuka, Tamio Ôki
  • Directors: Mamoru Oshii
  • Writers: Kazunori Itô, Masamune Shirow
  • Producers: Andy Frain, Hiroshi Yamazaki, Ken Iyadomi, Ken Matsumoto, Laurence Guinness
  • Format: Dubbed, PAL, Widescreen
  • Language English
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: 15
  • Studio: Manga Entertainment
  • DVD Release Date: 28 Feb 2000
  • Run Time: 111 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (102 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00004RCLU
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 51,168 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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The skilful blending of drawn animation and computer-generated imagery excited anime fans when this science fiction mystery was released in 1995: many enthusiasts believe Ghost suggests what the future of anime will be, at least in the short term. The film is set in the not-too-distant future, when an unnamed government uses lifelike cyborgs or "enhanced" humans for undercover work. One of the key cyborgs is the Major, Motoko Kusanagi, who resembles a cross between the Terminator and a Playboy centrefold. She finds herself caught up in a tangled web of espionage and counterespionage as she searches for the mysterious superhacker known as "The Puppet Master."

Mamoru Oshii directs with a staccato rhythm, alternating sequences of rapid-fire action (car chases, gun battles, explosions) with static dialogue scenes that allow the characters to sort out the vaguely mystical and rather convoluted plot. Kusanagi's final quote from I Corinthians suggests that electronic evolution may compliment and eventually supplant organic evolution. The minor nudity, profanity and considerable violence would earn Ghost in the Shell at least a PG rating. --Charles Solomon

Special Features
1.85 Wide Screen
English
English
Japanese
Region 2
Dolby Surround English
Dolby Surround
Production Report
Making Of
Web link
Guide to Ghost in The Shell
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Ghost in the Shell- a true master piece, 5 May 2005
This review is from: Ghost In The Shell [DVD] [1995] (DVD)
This anime is one of the most unique films around. Not only is the animation realistic, it is mindblowing. You can tell that the producers,sound directors,artists and anyone else involved in the project really took great care to make the film properly. Not rushed and well planned the way that everyone likes. The plot is gripping, especially when you yourself is trying to figure out who the hell this 'Puppet Master'is (revealed near the end of the film). That is why the film is so brilliant. It involves the audience to participate a bit. The story involves Section 9 Public security in an investigation to find the Super hacker and nail him for ghost hacking and all other sorts of crimes. But there is a twist which I will leave for you to enjoy. After watching the film you are tempted to watch it again and again and again, not because of the story but the action sequences portrayed at every 10 minutes, living up to its name of action-packed sci-fi anime.

However you will be thrown into a fog of confusion if you do not read the glossary in the special features. Having knowledge of the terms used in the film really does simplify the story a lot.e.g what'ghost'refers to etc. Once this is out of the way though start bracing yourself for non-stop,action packed scenes and phenomenal dialogue in English or Japanese. A true master piece,Mamoru Oshii has done Ghost in the Shell justice of which it rightly deserves.

The DVD, features some previews of other Manga films and an in-sight to the charactors,(charactor profile).The 'making of' Ghost in the shell is interesting but optional to understand the story. If you are into special features then I suggest getting the special edition instead but be warned you need a region 1 DVD player or Multi-regional player wtih an NTSC tv to see it. Nevertheless the special feature is sufficient to feed your hunger for the knowledge and wisdom concerning G.I.T.S.

If you were blown away like me by its powers then I suggest you get the series aswell(G.I.T.S: Stand alone complex). Check out G.I.T.S 2: Innocence too if you really want to own everything that belongs to G.I.T.S. Enjoy!

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The most intelligent science-fiction tv show there is., 31 Oct 2004
This review is from: Ghost In The Shell - Stand Alone Complex - Vol. 1 [DVD] [1995] (DVD)
As an "appreciator" rather than all out fan of anime, I approached this series from a love of cyberpunk science fiction, Philip K Dick novels and the first Matrix film as well as the GITS film itself. The series comprises 26 episodes of which about half are devoted to an ongoing plot concerning the fight against a cyber-terrorist and elite hacker that is dubbed the "Laughing Man". The writing is extremely good and by a team with an obvious passion for undiluted sci-fi concepts and stylishly choreographed action scenes. Take for example a beautiful set-piece scene where a hacker/assassin, rather than kill the target himself, has created a virus that turns random members of the public into committed killers. Cue a scene where our heroes must rush the target out of a busy hotel while constantly dodging would-be assassins that are springing up everywhere. The animation allows the makers to present us with a world and action scenes that would cost a live-action production many millions of dollars to produce.

This is not a programme that feels like spoon-feeding it's themes to the audience so a decent level of concentration is required for each episode. However, your efforts will be repaid in spades. I kept thinking to myself that there is no way something like this could be made in the UK or US. It is simply too inaccessible for a mainstream, mass audience. True sci-fi fans however will feel like their prayers have been answered.

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28 of 30 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Ghost in the Shell is pure class., 16 Jul 2003
This review is from: Ghost In The Shell [DVD] [1995] (DVD)
The artistic flair, dedication and extreme level of perfection that has gone into creating this film is breathtaking. Forget that it is anime, this beauty takes on the hollywood machine and comes out of it more than standing proud. If you like the Matrix or any film that has an interesting, mature, thought provoking plot, then this is definately a film you MUST experience!
The spine tingling changes of pace, the breathtaking, meaningful visuals and the hauntingly hypnotic soundtrack will leave you simply stunned!

As regards the special edition, believe me THIS IS THE VERSION TO BUY. The original DVD release has an audio sync problem which totally ruins the whole experience.

One more thing, this film is over 7 years old, and now the plot, whilst still one of the best Sci-Fi plots in any film, is not as original as it once was.
Never forget... Ghost in the Shell is the inspiration behind
The Matrix!

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4.0 out of 5 stars Ghost In The Shell
Really great film; the story is grips your attention from the very beginning. The film shows off very amazing animation; during the film i was continually surprised by the... Read more
Published 11 days ago by Dominic G. T. Davis

4.0 out of 5 stars four and a half
Proper SF this, ticks all the boxes.
I have seen a fair bit of anime, and I have to say the dross massively outweighs the decent work. Read more
Published 5 months ago by N. Carley

4.0 out of 5 stars "Your effort to remain what you are is what limits you."
`Ghost in the Shell' and `Akira' are often hailed as something of a turning point for Japanese Animated film - it's grown up, articulate, deep. Read more
Published 11 months ago by DangermouseZilla

4.0 out of 5 stars Spirit Lives When Man Dies
This is the first "Ghost in the Shell" movie to have been based on the popular manga. It's set in 2029, apparently in Hong Kong, and follows the agents of Section 9 - a government... Read more
Published 11 months ago by cluricaune

4.0 out of 5 stars A fine movie
Ghost in the Shell is a 1995 anime directed by Mamoru Oshii, based on the manga by Masamune Shirow. Like the earlier Akira, Ghost in the Shell broke out out the traditional... Read more
Published 12 months ago by A. Whitehead

5.0 out of 5 stars Close to perfection.
So, all anime is for kids right? Well try watching this and tell me it's anything other than an adult movie. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Mark Hilton

2.0 out of 5 stars WHAT ?
I have seen so many reviews praising this film, and I just dont get it!

Other than Akira, I have been informed that there is no better Manga film than this.... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Stephen T. Skinsley

2.0 out of 5 stars Very little to enthuse about
I don't know what the other reviewers saw in this that made them praise it so highly. It did almost nothing for me. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Occam

5.0 out of 5 stars A contender for the greatest movie of all time? Most deffinatly!
Violent, strong, bloody, polirical, this one grown up film that alot of reviewws underate (well let me tell you now that they are idiots). Read more
Published 22 months ago by Fj Harrison

4.0 out of 5 stars mind blowing
this film looks absolutely phenominal. it would take a fool to deny that.
the plot is a bit of a mess about cyborgs and mans obsession with technology and it goes slightly... Read more
Published 23 months ago by whitetrashtrixie

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