Taika Waititi's Klara & The Sun Could Be His Best Shot at Making Akira
After being in "development hell" for 2 decades, it's a long shot that a Taika Waititi Akira movie could ever happen! Luckily, a Klara & the Sun movie gives us an idea what that "Akira movie" could have been! This dystopian sci-fi movie has been met with positive interest, and could inspire Hollywood live-action anime adaptations!
How Do These Two Films Compare?
While the worlds of these two films are distinct, they do share some thematic similarities! Like the Akira Anime and the Akira manga, this upcoming project shares similar elements, such as genetic enhancements. They also touch on how technological advancements can alter a world.
Will There Be A Klara & The Sun Release Date?
A release date has not yet been officially revealed for Klara & the Sun, which would be great to see in theaters, though it's not currently a part of movie release schedules. It seems the production timeline is moving forward and fans should keep an eye out for any upcoming news.
Why Does Akira Remain So Popular?
Akira is a popular and culturally influential Sci-fi film with amazing animation. The movie features a group of teens who fight to protect Neo-Tokyo after a tragic accident caused a "psychic" man, Tetsuo Shima, to grow in power and go out of control.
Is Taika Waititi Still Working On The Akira Movie?
While Taika Waititi is not directly focused on Taika Waititi Akira project right now, he hasn't pulled out entirely. His career is pretty full, considering his success with Thor, and more recently with movies such as Thor Ragnarok and Thor Love and Thunder. But, he is still interested in bringing Akira to life! In the meantime, there have been so many changes! George Miller was interested at one point. Stephen Norrington, Ruairí Robinson, Albert Hughes, and Jaume Collet-Serra also all had roles, but things didn't work out. Even Jordan Peele had interest! There are just too many names!
Can I Watch Akira and the Original Anime Movie?
You can certainly watch both Akira anime movie, as well as a whole lot of Akira merchandise and media online, especially as the new project gets more attention! While this might lead to some interest in adapting other classic Akira manga movies, you should keep in mind it has not always worked out in the past for live action. This could become one of the most ambitious Akira film adaptions!
Who Will Be Starring In The New Klara & The Sun Film?
Get ready, it's a star studded lineup:
- Jenna Ortega as Klara
- Amy Adams as Chrissie
- Mia Tharia as Josie
- Aran Murphy as Rick
- Natasha Lyonne as the Manager
- Simon Baker as Josie's father
- Steve Buscemi as TBC
- Harry Greenwood as TBC
Be ready for a fun cast and an excellent performance! They are sure to make for some amazing story lines. Klara & The Sun shares some interesting thematic elements, so the film may attract the same audience who love Akira!
