Mamoru Oshii (押井 守, Oshii Mamoru, born 8 August 1951) is a Japanese filmmaker, television director and writer. Famous for his philosophy-oriented storytelling, Oshii has directed a number of acclaimed anime films, including Urusei Yatsura 2: Beautiful Dreamer (1984), Angel's Egg (1985), Patlabor 2: The Movie (1993), and Ghost in the Shell (1995).

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Mamoru Oshii is a Japanese filmmaker and writer recognized for introducing complex philosophical themes into animation and exploring the intersection of technology and identity.
He is primarily known for directing acclaimed works such as Ghost in the Shell, Angel's Egg, and the Patlabor movie series.
Oshii creates works characterized by slow-paced, atmospheric storytelling, heavy use of military and technological hardware, and existential inquiry in both animation and live-action formats.