Where is the next Ghost in the Shell going to come from? Who has that vision?
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Tj Barkwill That's a great question. I think the next Ghost in the Shell will come from someone who's willing to take creative risks instead of chasing trends. The original stood out because it combined philosophical ideas, stunning visuals, and a clear artistic vision. It wasn't trying to imitate what was already successful, it created something audiences hadn't seen before. I think we're due for another film or series with that same level of ambition.
Resident Ghost in the Shell fan here! The 90s movie is one of my favorite films of all time. As far as the next adaptation of the story, there is a new anime produced by Science SARU (Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, Inu-Oh, Star Wars Visions) that premiered this month on Amazon Prime. It's a more accurate adaptation of Shirow's original manga from '89 than the film is, so it's a bit different from the film, but the underlying philosophical concepts and themes are there, on top of spectacular animation. As far as the arrival of the film that follows the 90s film's footsteps, I think we can trust filmmakers like Nolan, Coogler, Villenueve, and Gareth Edwards to deliver on that front. I don't know if animation will ever get back to that level though.