Based on the manga by director Katsuhiro Otomo, Akira (1988) is regarded as one of the most remarkable achievements in anime filmmaking to date. Proving the potential of animation to tell adult stories, Akira represents a cultural and technological landmark that continues to inspire modern animators. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is […]
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Gutiérrez, Tartakovsky and Chung celebrate “Akira” Anniversary Screening at Academy
November 12th, 2019 
Jerry Beck 
Posted in Anime, Events 
Tags: Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Akira, Katsuhiro Otomo 
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Katsuhiro Otomo Announces New Film “Orbital Era” and New Anime Adaptation of “Akira”
July 4th, 2019 Jerry Beck Sunrise Inc. has announced plans to produce a new animated sci-fi feature film entitled Orbital Era. The film will be directed by Katsuhiro Otomo, one of the most celebrated and influential Japanese creators in the world. The joint announcement by Director Katsuhiro Otomo, Makoto Asanuma (president of Sunrise Inc.) and Yasumasa Tsuchiya (producer at Sunrise […]
