Kôkaku kidôtai: Stand Alone Complex - The Laughing Man

What undoubtedly became the entry point for most, as well as the series that ran in 2002 solidified itself in what would become one of many remake worthy efforts of everything Ghost In The Shell. Not quite as spiritual as Innocence, every second of this film OOZES with intrigue, mystery and a spritz of espionage.

Though Ghost In The Shell had long been recognized for its beauty and scenery, finer details and philosophy, I really love everything about this one. Aggressive diplomacy fuels the clandestine futuristic warfare that helps this film and the rest of the franchise really shine eternally in my heart.

Is it weird the music makes me think of the 2000s SWAT film? At the end of the day, I would plug into anything to see this film again and again. Truly timeless and unique.