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Koukaku Kidoutai
Synopsis: "Koukaku Kidoutai", also known as "Ghost in the Shell", is an anime set in a dystopian future, where advanced technology and cyberization are common realities in everyday life. The story follows Major Motoko Kusanagi, a cyborg who leads an elite unit of the Public Security Section 9, specialized in combating cybercrimes and terrorists. As she and her team face virtual and real threats, the Major questions her own identity and the nature of consciousness, exploring philosophical and existential themes amidst futuristic action and adventure.
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Information
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Anime Names
- Anime Name: Koukaku Kidoutai
- Anime Name in Japanese: GHOST IN THE SHELL（攻殻機動隊）
- Anime Name in English: Ghost in the Shell
- Other names:
Production information
- Producers: Bandai Visual, Kodansha
- Licensors:
- Studios: Production I.G
Anime Information
- Type: Movie
- Episodes: 1
- Date: 18-nov.-95
- Genres: Ação, Premiado, Mistério, Ficção Científica, Suspense, Elenco Adulto, Detetive, Mecha, Psicológico, Seinen
- Subjects: Sci-fi
- Target: Seinen
Anime Reviews
- note: 8.27
- Popularity: 331
Video Trailer/Opening
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Curiosities
Below is the main curiosities of the anime "Koukaku Kidoutai":
- Originally a manga created by Masamune Shirow in 1989
- The title in English is Ghost in the Shell
- The anime was released in 1995 and directed by Mamoru Oshii
- It is considered a milestone in cyberpunk science fiction
- The story addresses themes such as artificial intelligence, consciousness, and identity
- Received several adaptations for movies, series, and games
- One of the main characters is Major Motoko Kusanagi, the cyborg leader of Section 9
- The 1995 film was praised for the technical quality of the animation and the complexity of the plot
- Deep philosophical themes are explored throughout the work
- Inspired future works such as Matrix and various science fiction productions
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Main Characters
Below is the main characters of: "Koukaku Kidoutai"With your voice actors and a brief description of the character:
- Major Motoko Kusanagi
- Chief Daisuke Aramaki
- Chief Batou
- Tachikoma
- Chang
Summary and events
- Major Motoko Kusanagi is part of a special operations unit known as Section 9 in a dystopian future.
- She and her team are responsible for dealing with cyber crimes and threats to national security.
- While investigating a hacker known as "The Puppet Master," they uncover a plan to create a new type of artificial intelligence capable of hacking human minds.
- Major Kusanagi faces doubts about her own identity and humanity in the midst of this existential threat.
- The story addresses complex themes such as consciousness, identity, and the nature of the soul in a world dominated by technology.
- The members of Section 9 work to prevent this threat, even facing moral and ethical questions about what it means to be human in this new world.
- The animation is known for its impressive visual aesthetics and for approaching philosophical and existential issues in a provocative way.
What happens in the end?
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Games, Movies, OVAs and Specials
See below the list of games available for different platforms related to anime: Koukaku Kidoutai
- Koukaku Kidoutai: Stand Alone Complex - PS2
- Koukaku Kidoutai: Stand Alone Complex - First Assault Online - PC
- Koukaku Kidoutai: Stand Alone Complex - The Laughing Man - PSP
See below a list of OVAs, Specials, and Movies related to anime: Koukaku Kidoutai
- Ghost in the Shell (1995)
- Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence (2004)
- Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex - Solid State Society (2006)
- Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex - Tachikoma na Hibi (2007)
- Ghost in the Shell: Arise - Border:1 Ghost Pain (2013)
- Ghost in the Shell: Arise - Border:2 Ghost Whispers (2013)
- Ghost in the Shell: Arise - Border:3 Ghost Tears (2014)
- Ghost in the Shell: Arise - Border:4 Ghost Stands Alone (2014)
- Ghost in the Shell: The New Movie (2015)
The list may not contain all games, movies, OVAs, or specials. The work may also have not received any extras or be unavailable.
Meaning of Koukaku Kidoutai
Let's look at the translation of each word and explanation of the anime's name:
GHOST IN THE SHELL（攻殻機動隊）
- 攻殻 (Kōkaku) - casca
- 機動 (Kidō) - "móvel" or "movimento"
- 隊 (Tai) - "unit" significa "unidade" e "team" significa "equipe".
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EXTERNAL LINKS
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- Official Website: https://www.productionig.com/contents/works_sp/16_/index.html
- MyAnimeList: https://myanimelist.net/anime/43