week nine: Cyberpunk

This week I watched Akira. I had seen it before, but couldn't remember much about it. Im not a huge fan of cyberpunk but I think rewatching made me open my eyes a little. I also got reminded of the show Psycho Pass and I believe it can also be seen as cyberpunk! I love the suspense of both media and how on edge it makes me feel. The horror elements are tastefully done, and the characterization is flawless. You really care about who your watching, and the feelings each character makes you feel is so strong. I love the animation of Akira so much, the art style is so unique and they are able to make the creepy elements so uncanny it's incredible.

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