Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence
Cyborg detective Batou is assigned to investigate a series of murders committed by gynoids—doll-like cyborgs, which all malfunctioned, killed, then self-destructed afterwards. The brains of the gynoids initialize in order to protect their manufacturer's software, but in one gynoid, which Batou himself neutralized, one file remains: a voice speaking the phrase "Help me."
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- Cast:
- Akio Otsuka , Koichi Yamadera , Atsuko Tanaka , Tamio Ohki , Yutaka Nakano , Hiroaki Hirata , Masaki Terasoma
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Although it has its amusing moments, in eneral the plot does not convince.
Instead, you get a movie that's enjoyable enough, but leaves you feeling like it could have been much, much more.
Funny, strange, confrontational and subversive, this is one of the most interesting experiences you'll have at the cinema this year.
This is a small, humorous movie in some ways, but it has a huge heart. What a nice experience.
This was one of the worst GitS anime movie's I've seen. The film is long, and drawn out and to confusing. The original is superior. See that instead.I give Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence a 3/10
'Ghost in the Shell' is an anime series that has managed to lure us into a vision of the world of tomorrow and present the possible consequences and both physical as well as philosophical problems of the technological development in a staggering, yet perplexing way. This movie was made like another extended episode and continues the already established and expected synthesis of breathtaking vistas full of futuristic constructions and music which completely adds to the mysticism of the film. The storyline revolves around gynoids who became insane for no apparent reason and ended up killing their owners, which is now being investigated by Section 9, but the moral underlying the main plot has a much deeper meaning. It explores the never-ending uncertainty of what it is that actually gives us the ability to feel and make a difference and whether our mechanical creations will ever be able to develop the same. It leaves a doubt in one's mind, a thought about whether love and compassion can exist independently of us or they represent a unique human ability which is gradually becoming rarity in humans, too, as we rapidly step into the future. At the same time it shows us the human fear of death and loss as well as the escape therefrom made up of dolls, puppets, even gods, which makes the whole atmosphere very melancholic at times. An intense and profound movie, definitely worth watching.
Somewhere between "Bladerunner" and "The Matrix", this film blurs the distinction between man and machine and delves into humanity's obsession with creating machines that idealize perfection, and the film itself a reflection of that quest for perfection.This movie confronts a number of ethical and moral questions. Can a machine commit suicide? Or does it self-destruct? Can a machine transcend it's material and be considered human? Why build robots that not only look human but behave human? Can a human become a machine? Why would a human want to become a machine? This is an intelligent movie for an intelligent audience. This film is gorgeous and profound, an absolute work of art, both visually and philosophically.The action is fantastic, the art direction is flawless, the cinematography is superb, and the story demands your attention. And there's a touch of dark, hard-boiled humour throughout the film to keep you smirking.A true masterpiece of cinema, art, and science fiction. You'll want to watch it more than once.10 out of 10
The first Ghost in the Shell was phenomenal. It had all the philosophy, the action, and the cinematography to make it one of the greatest anime ever made. Without it, The Matrix would not exist. It's an important film. The sequel, Innocence, improves upon just about everything, and makes for a fantastic audiovisual experience. In fact, it might sound strange, but I think it's one of the best films of all time.First off, the hand drawn animation is quite three dimensional. Some people insist that it's rotoscoped, however what I've read and viewed says otherwise. The computer-generated imagery is brilliant, and creates an eerily beautiful environment for the feature. It still has that human touch.The plot is good, but the philosophy is really where the film shines. It asks us; what is a human? Is it the soul, or is it the shell? It challenges us, and leaves us with an interesting question still open for debate even after the movie is finished. In fact, it still is an open question after multiple viewings. It's a must-see for fans of the original, and is a great stand-alone film also for those new to the series. It's definitely worth watching. It's definitely one for purchase, and not for rental.