Ghost in the Shell , directed by Mamoru Oshii. This film is an extremely well known anime film and has a fair amount of following because of its excellence and deep philosophical nature. One thing that is unique about Japanimation is its artistry style. Japanimation looks and feels much like a normally filmed movie, while relying on none of the normal conventions used in filming. In Ghost in the Shell , these scenes include long shots of the cities skyline, as well as long stretches of dialogue.
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Having been based off current technologies and predictions of what new technologies will soon become a reality, the set, characters and weapon designs are extremely realistic. In fact, the basic premise of Ghost in the Shell is based on an information network envisioned by Vice President Al Gore in his proposal for an information super highway. All cities have been wired with elaborate computer networks with access to the net everywhere. Humans with cybernetic implants can plug themselves right into the net and retrieve information. Oshii took on the role of director in Ghost in the Shell with many ideas firmly planted in his head.