Reviews

a prelude to the sac series, the arise ova fills in a much needed gap between the gits films and the sac series. However, story remains dense with its political fodder. Characterization is emphasized more so than the SAC series which helps to newcomers. Veterans of the series will feel they are treading similar water but will feel at home in the gits world. There can never be enough GITS it's a fascinating series that continues to intrigue even after it's release in the 90s. However, The arise series is nothing new and doesn't expand the overall gits world. It plays it safe to not taint the previous film masterpieces and fits in well as a compliment to the SAC series. There comes a time though where fans may grow tired of the same themes and characters. GITS is an immersive world and it would be more refreshing to have new characters, themes, and plot developments outside of the SAC unit. GITS Arise has a revised art style and I for one am not a big fan of the new look angst emo haircut on her LOL. Regardless, the show is worth checking out if you are interested in the GITS films or tv series and has a much improved follow up episode on Border 2.