93 of 1001 Movies: Akira (1988)

Anime fan or not, Akira is worth watching as the story involved is quite intriguing. The movie is a landmark movie for Japanese animation, and it utilizes a lot of cinematic vibes to make it fully interesting. The characters have a little build up to tie in the viewer to them, and you can't help but focusing on the animation as you watch. Katsushiro Otomo brings his work of Akira to light, and weaves in the social issues involving the government, and the tight bonds of friendships as well.

During a riot one night between protesters and the government Tetsuo finds himself fallen into a government project called Akira. Tetsuo disappears after his run so the government can keep an eye on the powers he's run into effects on him. Kaneda wants to help his friend especially after seeing him after he escaped the facility and seeing how much trouble he is in. He's going to have to go through sketchy politicians, a powerful military, and irresponsible scientists to help his friend if there is a chance though. Tetsuo's powers are growing though, and they are making him psycho putting everyone in danger.