In the 1970s, young filmmaker Agnieszka investigates the life of a 1950s bricklayer and worker’s hero. When she learns that the facts behind his story were suppressed, she has to decide whether to pursue the truth or not.
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Until Thu 21 May
Katsuhiro Otomo's landmark cyberpunk classic obliterated the boundaries of Japanese animation and forced the world to look into the future. Akira's arrival shattered traditional thinking, creating space for future generations of ground-breaking movies.
We'll be screening Akira in the original Japanese language with Subtitles (S) and in the English dubbing (D). Check below for further information.
The Sun 17 May 19:40 and Thu 21 May 20:40 screenings will be introduced by Watershed staff member and Akira fan Allie Quinn.
Are you the friend that rates films on Letterboxd before you even leave the cinema? Hosted by Watershed's own Sven and Tom, expect rounds to feature your favourite acting legends, music from iconic scenes, and unexpected film knowledge that’ll put even the biggest movie buffs to the test. Grab your friends, form a team, and book a table now.
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