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Ghost in the Shell
Without Mamoru OshiisGhost in the Shell, we arguably wouldnt have gottenThe Matrix.
(Oh, yeah, while were here:AvoidtheScarlett Johansson remake.)
Noboru IshigurosMegazone 23exploded onto the Japanese direct-to-video market in the mid-80s.
It became such a video-store hit that three more segments were made.
When asked in an online chat if it influencedThe Matrix, the Wachowskisreplied with: Never seen it.
But send us a copy, it sounds good.
Live-Action
BecauseThe Matrixwas far from the only 90s cyberpunk movie.
Hell, its not even the only 90s cyberpunk movie starring Keanu.
I know kung fu, Mr. Anderson?
Try: Boards dont hit back.
to a few sentences, but its influence onThe Matrixis easy to trace.Just watch the hospital scene.
I cant knock it.
