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Nov 21, 2022 5:46 PM

Prime Members: Akira (4K UHD + Blu-ray Film)

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Amazon has for Prime Members: Akira (4K UHD + Blu-ray Film) on sale for $12.40. Shipping is free with Prime or on orders of $25+.

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  • Akira, the crown jewel of anime and science fiction, returns with remastered 4K visuals and remixed audio. In the future, Shotaro Kaneda and his motorcycle gang tear through Neo Tokyo, a city divided by growing tensions. But when caught in an accident, Kaneda's friend Tetsuo Shima discovers a secret government project and receives psychic abilities beyond his control.
    • Bonus Content:
      • Akira Sound Clip (1988)
      • Music for Akira
      • Kaneda's Theme
      • Exodus
      • Ethnic Meets Hi-Tech
      • Awakening
      • Mutation
      • Requiem
      • Director Interview
      • Storyboard Collection
      • The Writing on the Wall
      • Original Trailers
      • Original Commercials
      • Restoring Akira
      • Picture
      • English Voice Over
      • Glossary
      • U.S Trailer (2013)
      • Trailer

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  • About this deal:
    • This price is $2.59 lower (17.27% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant, with prices starting at $14.99 at the time of this posting.
  • About this product:
    • This item has a rating of 4.7 stars out of 5 based on over 6490 customer reviews on Amazon.com
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Amazon has for Prime Members: Akira (4K UHD + Blu-ray Film) on sale for $12.40. Shipping is free with Prime or on orders of $25+.

Thanks to Deal Hunter chaofun for sharing this deal.

Note: Pricing valid for Amazon Prime Members only; login to see pricing.

Product Information:
  • Akira, the crown jewel of anime and science fiction, returns with remastered 4K visuals and remixed audio. In the future, Shotaro Kaneda and his motorcycle gang tear through Neo Tokyo, a city divided by growing tensions. But when caught in an accident, Kaneda's friend Tetsuo Shima discovers a secret government project and receives psychic abilities beyond his control.
    • Bonus Content:
      • Akira Sound Clip (1988)
      • Music for Akira
      • Kaneda's Theme
      • Exodus
      • Ethnic Meets Hi-Tech
      • Awakening
      • Mutation
      • Requiem
      • Director Interview
      • Storyboard Collection
      • The Writing on the Wall
      • Original Trailers
      • Original Commercials
      • Restoring Akira
      • Picture
      • English Voice Over
      • Glossary
      • U.S Trailer (2013)
      • Trailer

Editor's Notes

Written by Brynn
  • About this deal:
    • This price is $2.59 lower (17.27% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant, with prices starting at $14.99 at the time of this posting.
  • About this product:
    • This item has a rating of 4.7 stars out of 5 based on over 6490 customer reviews on Amazon.com
  • About this store:
  • Additional Note:
    • Please refer to the Forum Thread for additional discussion regarding this deal.

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mXreflect
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This is the 4k re-release with the fixed HDR
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marvelljones
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And although it pains me to say it, this movie will be 40 in less than six full years (2028). It was one of my first experiences with really great art style Anime that wasn't Robotech. I saw it for the first time on VHS when I was in college.
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PerianK
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It really depends on what you like because if you mean you hate anime because much of it is targeted to young adults and the themes don't speak to you, then fine. But anime is just like regular cinema in my opinion, the only difference being that it is in an animated format. It can have lighthearted comedic themes, it can have serious, dramatic and horror themes and at that point it just depends what genre you generally enjoy watching. When it comes to this movie though I think it is truly great the art is fantastic and the story is interesting and kinda trippy. Imagine a dystopian action thriller with trippy elements. Anyway to answer your question, given the fact that you're on slick deals, say you hate anime, and it's $12 I would say no - wait for $5 or wait for streaming. If you want an entry point into anime this is a good one if you take into account everything I've typed and if it is a genre that sounds interesting to you.
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Nov 21, 2022 9:22 PM
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touche112Nov 21, 2022 9:22 PM
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Is this the second release with HDR or the original that is 4K non-HDR?
Nov 21, 2022 9:23 PM
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NothingInCommonNov 21, 2022 9:23 PM
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Does it have the original English voices from the ORION VHS or that bastardized pioneer version with the horrible english voice actors that ruined the experience after growing up watching the original tape?
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Nov 21, 2022 9:29 PM
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Quote from touche112 View quoted comment :
Is this the second release with HDR or the original that is 4K non-HDR?
This is the 4k re-release with the fixed HDR
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Nov 21, 2022 9:30 PM
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mXreflectNov 21, 2022 9:30 PM
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I love the pioneer dub tbh
Nov 21, 2022 9:31 PM
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mXreflectNov 21, 2022 9:31 PM
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Quote from NothingInCommon View quoted comment :
Does it have the original English voices from the ORION VHS or that bastardized pioneer version with the horrible english voice actors that ruined the experience after growing up watching the original tape?
But yes it does include the 1989 and pioneer dub
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Nov 21, 2022 9:42 PM
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NothingInCommonNov 21, 2022 9:42 PM
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Quote from mXreflect View quoted comment :
But yes it does include the 1989 and pioneer dub
sold! thanks!
Nov 21, 2022 9:45 PM
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NothingInCommonNov 21, 2022 9:45 PM
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Quote from mXreflect View quoted comment :
I love the pioneer dub tbh
was it your first experience watching Akira in English? if so, then it makes sense - the nostalgia is half of the fun..

"hey whats your name?" , "kay" , "hey dont look a gift horse in the mouth!"

lmao - i practically have it memorized i love the original voices.

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Nov 21, 2022 11:39 PM
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Nov 22, 2022 1:41 AM
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marvelljonesNov 22, 2022 1:41 AM
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Quote from OxyGen87 View quoted comment :
Nah, the 90s was 30 years ago
And although it pains me to say it, this movie will be 40 in less than six full years (2028). It was one of my first experiences with really great art style Anime that wasn't Robotech. I saw it for the first time on VHS when I was in college.
Nov 22, 2022 3:12 AM
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genivNov 22, 2022 3:12 AM
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Had the VHS then DVD then Blue ray. And getting this now
Nov 22, 2022 3:12 AM
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ebolaboiNov 22, 2022 3:12 AM
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From LD-VHS-DVD-BR-4K.
In for one. Of course.
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Nov 22, 2022 3:13 AM
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MattDaaaaamonNov 22, 2022 3:13 AM
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I hate anime. Should I purchase this?
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Nov 22, 2022 3:16 AM
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PurpleDolphin529Nov 22, 2022 3:16 AM
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Quote from mattgilmore7 View quoted comment :
I hate anime. Should I purchase this?
it's on hulu. watch it there and buy it if you like it. it's a movie so it won't be like those anime series and this is what many consider to be the best movies period. Modern directors all cite this as an inspiration for world building in moviez
Nov 22, 2022 3:17 AM
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ebolaboiNov 22, 2022 3:17 AM
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Quote from mattgilmore7 View quoted comment :
I hate anime. Should I purchase this?
Nope.

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Nov 22, 2022 3:18 AM
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DolemiteNov 22, 2022 3:18 AM
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Damn says won't get delivered until January 15th for me.

Tetsuooooooooooo!

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