Akira
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- Synopsis
- One of the most influential examples of anime, Akira is based on the manga (comic book) by Katsuhiro Otomo. The story is set in the post-apocalyptic community of Neo-Tokyo. Tetsuo is a fiercely individualistic member of a scroungy motorcycle gang....
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- Director(s)
- Katsuhiro Otomo
- Distributor(s)
- Akira Committee
- MPAA Rating
- R
- Runtime
- 124 min.
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The New York Times | Janet MaslinAdd Critic to Favorites
Violent as it is on the surface, Akira is tranquil at its core. The story's sanest characters plead for the wise use of mankind's frightening new powers, lending the whole film the feeling of a cautionary tale.Read the full review
Washington Post | Richard HarringtonAdd Critic to Favorites
The most expensive animated feature ever made in Japan (over 1 billion yen) and it's easily the most impressive, as well.Read the full review
