What is Mamoru Oshii's full name?
Mamoru Oshii
Mamoru Oshii nickname(s):
Mamoru Oshii
Mamoru Oshii date of birth:
August 24, 1951
How old is Mamoru Oshii?
75
Where was Mamoru Oshii born?
Tokyo, Japan
What is Mamoru Oshii's ethnicity?
Asian
What is Mamoru Oshii nationality?
Japanese
What is Mamoru Oshii's occupation?
Film Director, Screenwriter, Manga Artist, Television Director, Novelist
Short Biography
Mamoru Oshii (押井 守 Oshii Mamoru; born August 8, 1951 in Tokyo) is a Japanese filmmaker, television director, and writer. Famous for his philosophy-oriented storytelling, Oshii has directed a number of popular anime, including Urusei Yatsura, Ghost in the Shell, and Patlabor 2: The Movie. He also holds the distinction of having created the first ever OVA, Dallos. For his work, Oshii has received and been nominated for numerous awards, including the Palme d'Or and Golden Lion. He has also attracted praise from international directors such as James Cameron and The Wachowskis.