Akira 1988
“Neo-Tokyo is about to E.X.P.L.O.D.E.”
What is Akira?
The film Akira is a project that involves a secret military endeavor. A secret military project is central to the plot and has significant consequences for Neo-Tokyo.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1988
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 124 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 10, 1988
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- Japan
- Studios
- MBS, Sumitomo Corporation, TOHO
- Budget
- $5,700,000
- Revenue
- $49,000,000
- Genres
- Animation, Science Fiction, Action
- Updated
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Overview
The film Akira is a project that involves a secret military endeavor. A secret military project is central to the plot and has significant consequences for Neo-Tokyo. The project affects a biker gang member in a profound way, transforming the individual into a threatening entity. This transformation poses a danger to Neo-Tokyo, necessitating intervention from a group of characters. Two teenagers and a group of psychics are the ones who attempt to stop the resulting threat. The combination of these characters and their actions forms the core of the story as it unfolds in response to the secret military project. The plot is driven by the consequences of this project and the efforts of the characters to mitigate its effects. The story takes place in a setting referred to as Neo-Tokyo, where the events of the film occur.
Should you watch it?
“A secret military project threatens Neo-Tokyo after a biker gang member gains uncontrollable psychic powers.”
- dynamic animation
- high-stakes narrative
- intense violence
- complex plot
Watch it if you enjoy classic science fiction featuring psychic phenomena and urban decay.
This film contains intense sequences of violence and disturbing imagery.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the setting of the film?
The story takes place in a location called Neo-Tokyo.
Who are the primary antagonists?
The conflict involves a rampaging psychic individual and a secret military project.
Who attempts to stop the threat?
A group of psychics and two teenagers work to halt the destruction.
What is the protagonist's background?
The central character is a member of a biker gang.
What genre is this film?
It is a science fiction film featuring psychic elements.