The live action english language movie version of ghost in the shell is due to open in cinema39s around the world from late march starring scarlett johansson in the lead role of 39major39 a field commander in the cyborg counter cyberterrorist unit it finally brings to the big screens one of the series that started the growth of manga and anime in western culture the movie looks like it could be spectacular and this franchise has built a huge and loyal following since it began back in