Review of Akira (1988) by Dustin D — 16 Jan 2016

While needlessly convoluted and thematically bankrupt, Akira is aggressively imaginative with detailed and atmospheric animation.

This review of Akira (1988) was written by Dustin D on 16 Jan 2016.

Akira has generally received very positive reviews.

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