Anime! At The Revue! AKIRA on the big screen!
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Description
After a long hiatus, Anime! At The Revue! returns in June with a special encore screening of AKIRA (1988), sponsored by The Beguiling Books & Art!
AKIRA
Directed by Katsuhiro Ôtomo
Japan 1988 124 min. 14A
One of the best-known examples of contemporary Japanese animation, this cyberpunk adventure takes place in the post-apocalyptic city of Neo-Tokyo. A teen-age boy is exposed to a mysterious energy source and develops telekinetic powers that place him at the center of a conflict that may destroy the world.
Doors open at 6:30. Come early and check out Page & Panel's merch table, and be sure to grab a raffle ticket on your way in - our sponsors have fantastic prizes to give away!
Presented in Japanese with English subtitles. (Yes, for real this time)
Organizer Revue Cinema
Organizer of Anime! At The Revue! AKIRA on the big screen!
The recently renovated Revue Cinema is Toronto's premier not-for-profit community cinema. We offer great second-run Hollywood fare, insightful programming like our Silent Revue series — where classics from the silent era are accompanied on live piano — Food in Film, Designing the Movies, annual galas, retrospectives & numerous other community offerings. The Revue opened in 1912, making it the oldest operating cinema in Toronto. Support us by becoming a member & enjoy great perks throughout the entire year!
