It inspired filmmakers such as the Wachowskis, creators of the Matrix films, and James Cameron, who described it as 'the first truly adult animation film to reach a level of literary and visual excellence'. It has since grown in esteem and is now considered to be one of the best anime and science-fiction films of all time. The film was initially considered a box-office failure before developing a cult following on home video.

Upon release, Ghost in the Shell received positive reviews, with critics praising its narrative, visuals, and musical score. The film's visuals were created through a combination of traditional cel animation and CGI animation. The music, composed by Kenji Kawai, includes vocals in classical Japanese language. The narrative incorporates philosophical themes that focus on self-identity in a technologically advanced world. The film is set in 2029 Japan, and follows Motoko Kusanagi, a cyborg public-security agent, who hunts a mysterious hacker known as the Puppet Master. It is a Japanese-British international co-production, executive produced by Kodansha, Bandai Visual and Manga Entertainment, with animation provided by Production I.G. It stars the voices of Atsuko Tanaka, Akio Ōtsuka, and Iemasa Kayumi. The film is based on the manga of the same name by Masamune Shirow. Ghost in the Shell is a 1995 adult animated neo-noir cyberpunk thriller film directed by Mamoru Oshii and adapted by frequent Oshii collaborator Kazunori Itō.

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