Review of Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence (2004) by Sunny L — 07 May 2008

If you enjoyed Tekkonkinreet, you'll enjoy this. Vice versa of course.

This review of Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence (2004) was written by Sunny L on 07 May 2008.

Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence has generally received positive reviews.

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