Review of Akira (1988) by Jonas L — 26 May 2014

BEAUTIFUL but not my favorite movie ever: The Return Of Godzilla.

This review of Akira (1988) was written by Jonas L on 26 May 2014.

Akira has generally received very positive reviews.

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