![]() ![]() Contemporary Japanese Film (New York: Weatherhill, 1999): 237. ![]() Masamune Shirow, Ghost in the Shell (Milwaukie, OR: Dark Horse Comics, 1995): 307. This process is experimental and the keywords may be updated as the learning algorithm improves. These keywords were added by machine and not by the authors. Talking Head takes on an obvious staged form, drawing from both Japanese and Western styles, with most of the action taking place as if in a play. Like Oshii’s other live action films before Avalon ( The Red Spectacles and Stray Dog: Kerberos Panzer Cops, which are discussed briefly in chapter 7), the style of Talking Head is very different from that of his animated films. Although the film sometimes is billed as a mix of live action and anime, the animation does not occupy very much screen time (and only a very small bit of animation at the beginning is in what has come to be accepted as the anime style). Said Oshii, “I was so upset that I asked Bandai if I could direct something else, and they said ‘Do whatever you want.’” 1 With Bandai’s blessing, Oshii directed Talking Head (1992), his personal meditation on the art and industry of film and animation. Oshii had been working on another anime project for Bandai between the two Patlabor films, but the company suddenly canceled it. Specifically, he worked closely with the company Bandai, whose various subsidiaries produce video games, toys, and animation. This is the best way to enjoy this type of film.Although Oshii’s reputationas a visionary director continued to grow through the early 1990s, he was still unmistakably a part of the commercial anime industry. Remember to watch this movie with your heart, not with your mind. I would love to venture deeper into this story and its message but I think it is better for you interpret it on your own. ![]() The Ghost in the Shell proves to be quite philosophical in nature by questioning the meaning of life. Thankfully this is not a mindless science-fiction/anime tale filled with crazy action sequences. Attention to story is critical and I am guilty of rewinding certain areas just to keep up with the story. There are numerous memorable shots in this film. I think the most captivating element that this film has to offer is its creative "cinematography" and attention to detail. Like most Anime, there is a lot of character development and dialogue mixed with stunning visuals. It is quite informative on the process of making the film. Any fan will enjoy the structure and content of the documentary. The DVD has a rather enjoyable documentary on the making of the film. ![]() The attention to detail is definitely enjoyable to see. I enjoyed the amazing realism of this film. It is a darker anime tale aimed towards a more mature audience. ![]()
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