Anime Auteurs

Film Talks

Dive into the visionary worlds of anime’s most celebrated classics in this film series exploration of Katsuhiro Otomo's Akira, Mamoru Oshii's Ghost in the Shell, and Rintaro's Metropolis. Led by the captivating instructor Isabella Von Ghoul—known for her deep knowledge of gothic media and cinematic subcultures—this series examines how these groundbreaking films shaped the global perception of anime as a powerful art form.

From the dystopian chaos of Neo-Tokyo in Akira to the stunning retro-futuristic grandeur of Metropolis and the philosophical depth of cybernetic consciousness in Ghost in the Shell, each film offers a unique lens into the intersection of technology, humanity, and societal change.

Isabella Von Ghoul’s dynamic commentary will illuminate the cultural, historical, and artistic significance of these masterpieces, making this an unmissable experience for cinephiles, anime enthusiasts, and those intrigued by the ever-evolving relationship between humans and machines.

This series will be live at the SIFF Film Center and streamed via Zoom Webinar. Zoom meeting details will be emailed to ticket purchasers shortly before the scheduled event.