I did not like Noa as a protagonist in the original ova . So naturally when i saw Asuma take the leading role in this one , i was excited because he is both charismatic and smart and it was fun seeing him solve a mystery using his strengths . However , at the last moments of the final act Noa takes the lead once again , and i would be dissapointed , however she proved to be a capable fighter and that was a pretty good way to end this film . My god the christian symbolism , well this sure did pave the wayfor Mamoru Oshii to direct Ghost In The Shell ... obviously ...