Even 35 years later, Akira is still among one of the most acclaimed and beloved science fiction films of all time, continuing to surmount a legacy with the latest generation of film fans.
It's difficult to understate just how much of an overwhelming influence Akira had on science fiction movies, both animated and live-action, as it could easily be considered one of the most important animated movies of its era. Especially for the late 80s, Akira created a compelling adult vision that was completely alien to the world of anime or feature-length animation beforehand. Even 35 years later, Akira is still among one of the most acclaimed and beloved science fiction films of all time, continuing to surmount a legacy with the latest generation of film fans.