Review of Ghost in the Shell (2017) by Rob M — 16 Apr 2017

A really bad adaptation wrapped around iconic scenes from the anime.

This review of Ghost in the Shell (2017) was written by Rob M on 16 Apr 2017.

Ghost in the Shell has generally received mixed reviews.

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