Successful in both Japan and the West, Akira had a huge impact on the international growth in popularity of manga and anime. Closely analysing the film and its key themes, Colin O'Dell and Michelle Le Blanc assess its historical importance, its impact on the Western perception of anime, and its influence on science fiction cinema. Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Author(s): Colin Odell Illustration(s): 60 colour photos Number of pages: 96 Collection: BFI Film Classics Publication date: 2014 Dimensions: 191 x 137 x 7 Cover type: Paperback / softback