Akira is a groundbreaking Japanese animated 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 develops psychic powers. As Tetsuo's powers grow out of control, Kaneda must confront the government's secret experiments and save his friend. Akira is known for its stunning animation, intense action sequences, and thought-provoking themes. It has had a significant impact on the anime genre and remains a cult classic.