Manga artist Katsuhiro Otomo revealed in the Forbes interview how he was very disappointed with the first run of his 1988 film Akira in theaters.
The Art of Katsuhiro Otomo | Akira
Katsuhiro Otomo has revolutionized the cyberpunk genre with his iconic and cult-popular manga Akira. Be it dystopian, futuristic or political elements, the manga is exceptional in every way. This goes for its excellent animation and storytelling. The 1988 film has also reshaped the pop culture and entertainment space.
Additionally, it continues to influence artists including filmmakers and songwriters to this date. While the animated film got a breakthrough due to its animation, its initial rush disappointed the mangaka.
In addition to being a manga artist, Katsuhiro Otomo is an experienced animator, screenwriter and film director. He is popular for his works such as Neo Tokyo, Steam Boy and Short Piece. But he pioneered the cyberpunk genre in manga through his work Akira (1982-1990). To say the least, the series gained cult popularity for decades and influenced several iconic films.
