Angel's Egg
is a Japanese filmmaker, television director and writer. Famous for his philosophy-oriented storytelling, Oshii has directed a number of acclaimed anime films, including ' (1984), "Angel's Egg" (1985), ' (1993), and "Ghost in the Shell" (1995). He also holds the distinction of having created the first ever OVA, "Dallos" (1983). As a writer, Oshii has worked as a screenwriter, and occasionally as a manga writer and novelist. His most notable works as a writer include the manga "Kerberos Panzer Cop" (1988–2000) and its feature film adaptation "" (1999).