Classic.

Rating: 9/10 (21 March 2010)

Well, you may like it or not, but it's classic anime. Just imagine. 1988. There is no Terminator Judgement Day. There is no Matrix. There is no Lord of the Rings. There is none of late thoughtful, believable anime (Ghost in the shell, Mononoke etc). And BANG! Here is epic movie with fluid animation, realistic images, philosophical messages and kickass action sequences. Some people say that manga is better. Don't believe them. This anime is perfect example of great adaptation of big, long-drawn comic book, full of "deus ex machine" tricks into nice script. If you want something different from childish cartoons, Akira is your best choice. Beware of R rating though!