Thrilling Film Offers Breathtaking VisionOf The Future (NAPSA)—Imagine this: your body enhanced with technology through implants—even an entirely artificial body implanted with your brain. You could be hardwired into the Internet, able to access information instantly. We already have implants to improve hearing or keep a heart pumping, but whatif you could enhanceall of your physiological processes and senses? Wouldthe risk of having your mind hacked be worth the benefits? ‘These are the kinds of fascinating questions posedby thevisually stunning and action-packed film “Ghost in the Shell.” And althoughthe film is science fiction, the realities of what it depicts maybe closer than you think. YourBrain on the Internet Researchers at Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) served as advisers A stunning new movie starring Scarlett Johansson explores the possibility of merging technology with the human body. neurological disorders and degenerative brain conditions, but it could also mean better sensory capabilities, enhanced motor coordination, and the ability to tap into external information or com- municate directly with other people who are similarly connected. In the movie, manyof the characters on “Ghost in the Shell” to help ensure that the futuristic technology had a real-world basis. The film follows Major have machine “enhancements,” giving them superhuman capabilities. For in- who was rescued from death by having her brain implanted into an artificial body. The HPE experts provided insight into how a hardwired brain like Major's could be protected from hacking. They further validated the idea of merging technology with the body and storing information using biological elements. The Future Is Now Otherscientists have already come up with what's known as a brain-computer and anomalies, artificial eyes that allow for multiple filters of vision, and links to an external device to give you direct HD now. (played by Scarlett Johansson), a woman interface (BCI), a way to wire a brain control of a machine, such as a prosthet- ic arm, using only your thoughts. The ideais to help thoseafflicted by paralysis, stance, some have diagnostic tools that scan the body and brain for problems that let them communicatetelepathically. We maybe a ways off from this complete integration ofbiology and technology, but one thing is clear: ‘The future as depicted in “Ghost in the Shell” may be morefact than fiction. See It Now Fortunately, you don't have to wait to see the future. “Ghost in the Shell”is available on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital Learn More To watch the trailer or order a copy, go to www.GhostInTheShellMovie.com.
