The image above features Rupert Sanders and Scarlett Johansson (plus an unknown actor) greeting three anime legends on the set of Ghost in the Shell. Mamoru Oshii directed the origianl 1995 Ghost in the Shell film, Kenji Kamiyama directed both seasons of the Stand Alone Complex anime series and composer Kenji Kawai provided the score for both of the Ghost in the Shell films. All three have greatly contributed to the advancement of anime, outside of their work within the Ghost in the Shell franchise.
In related a Japanese actress has joined the cast which reveals significant SPOILERS concerning the origin of Scarlett Johansson's Major. For that info, head over to our sister site, AnimeMojo.com where we reveal the identity of the actress and why her role is pivotal in regards to the film's white-washing controversy.
UPDATE: As pointed out in the comment sectin below, that's the Adrian Nicholas Matthews Thaws, better known as Tricky, standing between Oshii and Kamiyama.
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