Let's make this birthday one to remember.

73 years old (Born on August 08, 1951)

Happy Birthday, Mamoru Oshii! May your celebrations be as surreal and thought-provoking as the iconic cityscapes of "Ghost in the Shell." Just remember—if you start questioning reality today more than usual, it's probably just birthday cake overload. Your visionary storytelling continues to inspire generations; clearly you've hacked into our collective consciousness.

From Lum's whimsical antics in "Urusei Yatsura 2: Beautiful Dreamer" to Major Kusanagi’s existential adventures, thank you for decades of unforgettable anime magic. Here's hoping this year brings even greater success—and fewer philosophical debates with household appliances about their sentience levels!

Cheers to another beautifully animated orbit around the sun!