JinRoz For all the hype it got I was expecting a lot more!

Odelecol Pretty good movie overall. First half was nothing special but it got better as it went along.

Kien Navarro Exactly the movie you think it is, but not the movie you want it to be.

Bumpy Chip It’s not bad or unwatchable but despite the amplitude of the spectacle, the end result is underwhelming.

John Doe 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

inioi Even better than the first one, which is very difficult to overcome.I 'll begin to highlight two little flaws (if we can call it that way): 1- Some of the philosophical quotes in the movie could be a bit misplaced. The characters seems to be compelled to quote in an almost steady manner. Anyway, we have to keep in mind this is a very philosophical film in many ways, with a remarkable psychological burden. 2- Being a masterpiece, the movie is too short. Just 100mn. is not enough to recreate oneself with that beautiful imagery and thorough substance.Having said that, this movie goes beyond perfection. And i'm not talking about the amazing music or the astonishing visuals. I'm talking about the serious, accurate, transcendent, intelligent plot/script.In some way is like a mind-blowing trip with many different layers of reality. At a certain point, the viewer does not know in which of them he is. The question has therefore arisen, as to whether we really know where are we heading to, about computer applications in the internet world.10/10

claviculanoctis '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.

G K Innocence, the sequel to Ghost In The Shell (though director Mamoru Oshii stated that the film is a stand alone), is very similar to its predecessor. While it's not as innovative, it's still an often breathtaking film worthy of seeing especially for fans of cyberpunk. The big draw here is definitely the animation. Oshii's blend of traditional and computer animation is stunning and has a fresh look. There are abundant details. The designs are also impressive, combining Asian and Western influences. The story and characters often take a backseat to Oshii's brand of philosophy, however. The film remains poignant throughout, but there's nothing here that we haven't seen before. The absence of Major Kusanagi doesn't hurt because Batou turns out to be a worthy protagonist. Kenji Kawai's score is just an update of the original film's score. The choral songs are more upbeat this time. He also included two vocal jazz tracks that are present in the film. On the whole Innocence is another success for Oshii. It's mostly about the nature of reality. The film definitely strikes a chord with its Asian mysticism. It's a highlight in recent anime.