Mamoru Oshii: The Illusion of Peace – Patlabor 2
While previous iterations of the Patlabor series had a heavy focus on political themes, the 1993 anime movie Patlabor 2 shifted its attention to both domestic and international issues faced by the Japanese government in the 20th century. Directed by the highly respected and influential anime filmmaker Mamoru Oshii, Patlabor 2 is praised for its intelligent storytelling, impressive animation, and thought-provoking themes. Oshii’s contributions to the anime industry, particularly in the mecha and cyberpunk genres, have earned him numerous awards and honors. His works have been exhibited at major film …