Akira: Fluctuations of Power and Control

Welcome to the Akira Project! Here, we present and explore the English translation of the Akira anime script. When we began this project, we imagined that the script would be readily available especially for such a popular anime. We were shocked to find otherwise. The only available script was a rip from the 2001 DVD release by Pioneer: Akira Remastered. This website, which we launched in the 30th year of Akira's release, provides the first annotated version of the English translation made from the original Japanese animated movie from 1988. This project is special because:

The project analyzes the theme of control in the popular anime "Akira". Many characters possess, desire, gain, abuse, and lose control throughout the film. Follow the links above to read the script, explore the power scenes, and access the TEI code.


CREATED BY: N. PCSOLAR, A. HALL, AND M. RASCHIATORE. GITHUB. Creative Commons License POWERED BY FIREBELLIES.