Review of Akira

Rich with detail and full of vibrant and dynamic characters, Akira has it all. A grungy Neo-Tokyo comes to life with beautiful panoramic views of life in a post-apocalyptic era. The imagery really jumps out of the screen as the film continues playing through a tale of man trying to control forces of unearthly power. One thing that gives this anime movie credit is the characters. In every scene, you can feel the characters' emotion and their drive. Heavy in action and drama, this is not a light anime. Themes weighted on Loyalty, Respect, and Friendship play throughout the movie andbring it to life. For any action-anime fan out there, this one will leave you on the edge of your seat til the very end.