Akira is a Japanese cyberpunk anime film directed by Katsuhiro Otomo. Set in a dystopian future, the film follows the story of Kaneda, a biker gang leader, and Tetsuo, his childhood friend who gains powerful psychic abilities. As Tetsuo's powers spiral out of control, Kaneda must confront his friend and prevent the destruction of Neo-Tokyo. Akira is renowned for its groundbreaking animation, intense action sequences, and thought-provoking exploration of themes such as power, corruption, and the consequences of scientific experimentation.
