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.
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.