Akira
directed by: Katsuhiro Otomo, year: 1988, genre: Anime
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Description:
Akira, a groundbreaking animated film directed by Katsuhiro Otomo, is set in a dystopian future Tokyo, known as Neo-Tokyo. The story follows Kaneda, the leader of a biker gang, and his friend Tetsuo, who gains psychic abilities after a motorcycle accident. As Tetsuo's powers grow uncontrollable, he becomes a threat to the city and its inhabitants. The film explores themes of power, corruption, and the consequences of unchecked technological advancement.
Actors:
Mitsuo Iwata, Nozomu Sasaki, Mami Koyama, Tesshō Genda