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MPAA Rating - R

Length:
    124 Minutes

Genre:
    Science Fiction

Original Release Date:
    Jul 24, 2001

Director
    Katsuhiro Otomo

Cast
    Mitsuo Iwara, Nozomu Sasaki, Mami Koyama, Taro Ishida

 
Movie Summary
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. The despotic authorities, the robot-like police, and even the cycle gang pursue Tetsuo when hes bombarded with a new, insidious energy source that has rendered him telekinetic. Budgeted at eight million dollars, Akira has become a cult favorite in the States thanks to generous midnight-movie exposure and its availibilty on video and cable TV. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide


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