The Akira book : Katsuhiro Otomo : the movie and the manga

This Is A Book About Akira - The Manga Of 1982-90 And The Movie Of 1988, And About The Creator Of Akira, The Genius Artist Katsuhiro Otomo (b. 1954). Focuses on the 1988 anime movie directed by Katsuhiro Otomo, and the 1982-90 manga series. Includes chapters on Otomo's other manga and movies, his inspirations and influences, the contemporary anime industry, and a section of the views of critics and fans. Every aspect of the Akira movie is explored (animation, sound, music, voices, story, themes, etc)