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There really is no need for a long review when it comes to Akira. A project of this importance to both Japanese and western animation deserves a watching from basically anyone who reached maturity. Even the excessive blood (which really isn't that excessive in comparison to many other titles) shouldn't be an obstacle. There's always an aspect to adaptation - that many important events in the manga didn't make it's way to the movie, but considering time limit what was chosen is pretty much perfect.
What this movie needs is a theatrical re-release. What it doesn't needs is an American remake.