S1E11 - Akira

Few films are as groundbreaking as Katsuhiro Otomo's "Akira". With films such as Chronicle, Looper, and even the Kanye West music video, Stronger, being inspired by it. Jack and Malcolm explore how Akira changed the cinematic landscape, as well as discuss the differences between the film and the six volume manga it was adapted from. Film discussed: Akira Manga discussed: Akira Follow Us on the Socials: Is This Anime? Twitter: @isthisanimepod Instagram: @isthisanimepod Jack Metcalfe Instagram: @jackisjak Twitter: @OnlyRealJackM Malcolm McLeod Instagram: @malcolmrjmcleod Twitter: @malcolmrjmcleod

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