An excellent anime

Rating: 10/10 (11 October 2013)

If you're like me and not certain about anime, and your only reference is Dragonball Z, be prepared to be dazzled and amazed. In the first ten minutes, this movie hits you with a plethora of intense futuristic imagery. Unlike with live action sci-fi films, the anime experience is only limited by the director's imagination. Anime is also treated more seriously as a medium in Japan than it is here in the states.
I don't want to ruin it too much, but if you are not familiar with anime and are looking for something that will transport you to another place, Akira is the place to go. Good luck finding a copy to rent; I had to buy mine, but it was highly recommended. I'm glad I did.