Still from Akira (1988), by Katsuhiro Otomo.
Still from Akira (1988), by Katsuhiro Otomo.
Akira
Due to unforeseen circumstances this screening has been canceled. Refunds will automatically be issued.
8:30 pm–10:45 pm
Directed by Katsuhiro Otomo (Japan, 1988, 124 min.). Japanese with English subtitles.
Special 35th-anniversary screening! In the future, Shotaro Kaneda and his motorcycle gang tear through Neo-Tokyo, a city divided by growing tensions. But when caught in an accident, Kaneda’s friend Tetsuo Shima discovers a secret government project and receives psychic abilities beyond his control. A landmark of anime and science fiction, Akira returns to theaters on its 35th birthday with remastered 4K visuals and remixed audio.
Wheelchair accessible
With English subtitles
Ticket Information
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