S4363 I Ghost in The Shell (1995) - AniMAY

About this episode

This episode explores the influential cyberpunk anime film Ghost in the Shell (1995) and its philosophical themes.

In this episode of Big Trouble In Little Podcast , we break down Ghost in the Shell (1995) — one of the most influential cyberpunk anime films ever made. We explore the film’s deep philosophical themes, including identity, consciousness, the nature of the soul, and humanity’s relationship with technology. We also discuss the Puppet Master, the ending, and how this film helped inspire modern sci-fi like The Matrix . If you enjoy anime, sci-fi, or thought-provoking storytelling, this episode is for you. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

People in this episode

Host: Joe Dubs

Topics covered

• cyberpunk
• anime
• philosophy
• identity
• technology
• sci-fi

Keywords

• Ghost in the Shell
• cyberpunk
• anime
• philosophy
• identity
• Puppet Master
• The Matrix

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Ghost in the Shell, The Matrix

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