FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
GHOST IN THE SHELL 2: INNOCENCE
In 2032, the line between man and machine has been erased... MADMAN RELEASES GHOST IN THE SHELL 2: INNOCENCE ON DVD.
MELBOURNE, Tuesday, 21 February, 2006 – Batou is a cyborg. His body is artificial: the only remnants left of his humanity are traces of his brain… and the memories of a woman called The Major.
As detective for the government’s covert anti-terrorist unit Batou is investigating the case of a gynoid — a hyper-realistic female robot created specifically for sexual companionship — who malfunctions and slaughters her owner. As he delves deeper into the investigation, questions arise about humanity’s need to immortalize its image in dolls. Together, Batou and his partner must take on violent Yakuza thugs, devious hackers, government bureaucrats and corporate criminals to uncover the shocking truth behind the crime.
Produced by Production I.G. (GHOST IN THE SHELL, GITS: STAND ALONE COMPLEX, KILL BILL VOL 1 animated sequence) and based on the manga by Masamune Shirow (APPLESEED), this is the highly anticipated sequel to Mamoro Oshii's smash hit GHOST IN THE SHELL. INNOCENCE is a mind-blowing sci-fi animation that questions the reasons for humanity, existence and reality. This double DVD set is PACKED with outstanding extras, including DTS and 5.1 Surround Sound, plus an English language track not featured on the U.S. release. This is the must-own anime release of the year!
For more information about GHOST IN THE SHELL 2: INNOCENCE check out the new website at http://www.ghostintheshell.com.au !
Also available from 29 March – GHOST IN THE SHELL: STAND ALONE COMPLEX COMPLETE COLLECTION, and look out for Madman’s ANIME ESSENTIALS DVD promotion, to pick up anime classics at an unmissable price for a limited time!
RELEASE INFORMATION
Release Date: Wednesday 29 March 2006
Website: http://www.ghostintheshell.com.au
GHOST IN THE SHELL 2: INNOCENCE Catalogue URL: http://www.madman.com.au/actions/catalogue.do?releaseId=6347&method=view
DVD EXTRAS
- English language track (1st time on DVD!)
- Audio commentary
- Making of Innocence featurette
- Australian exclusive interview with director, Mamoru Oshii
- Australian exclusive interview with Production I.G. president, Mitsuhisa Ishikawa
- UK interview with director, Mamoru Oshii
- Ghost in the Shell trailer collection
- Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence original Japanese trailer
- Reversible clean cover
WHAT THE EXPERTS SAY
"...a brilliant piece of filmmaking..." - FILMINK
"Visual heaven for anime and sci-fi fans. ****" - EMPIRE
"Combining stunning artistry and an impeccable soundtrack, INNOCENCE questions what human life actually is - arguing that it’s more than just flesh and bones. It’s a film you’ll want to see more than once. ****1/2" – THE MOVIE SHOW, SBS TV
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