On July 16, 1988, a nuclear bomb of unknown origin ignited in the midst of Tokyo, this travesty was followed by the out break of the third World War. Thirty-one years later the authorities of the reformed city of "Neo-Tokyo" are in the centre of their own personal war against underground rebel groups. In the middle of this battle stands a small biker gang led by the brash young Kaneda, who begins to get involved with an imprisoned psychic child named Akira. Kaneda attempts to help Akira escape, but the plan backfires as a member of Kanedas gang is captued. The captures gang member, Tetsuo, undergoes a number traumatic experiments which give him the same psychic abilities as young Akira. His capture leaves him bitter and Tetsuo escapes with revenge on his mind, but these tremendous psychic abilities clashing together could lead to the destruction of Neo-Tokyo! Akira became a ground breaking blockbuster which many believe introduced the rest of the modern world to mainstream anime, this stunning masterpiece really changed the anime scene!
Action: 4.5/5 Action packed
Humor: 1/5 Not much humor
Nudity: 3/5 One minute semi-rape scene
Gore: 4/5 Very gory
Language: 2.5/5 Some mild
Plot: 3.5/5 An okay plot, but there are some gaps
Over All: 4.5/5 This anime is great and all, however its stunning hand drawn cel animation does not make up for the gaps in the storyline, nevertheless this is an awesome title and will always remain in the hearts of all true anime fans. The re-mastered DVD version is a must for any anime collection!
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