Akira [Special Edition] [2 Discs]

"Katsuhiro Otomo's legendary Akira gets the deluxe treatment on this twin DVD release from Pioneer. The disc boasts a widescreen anamorphic transfer that preserves the original theatrical aspect ratio of 1.78:1. An English soundtrack is rendered in Dolby Digital 5.1, while a Japanese soundtrack has been recorded in Dolby Digital Surround. English subtitles are accessible. Supplemental materials include the option to have the graffiti in the film translated into English, an interview with the director, original trailers, and interviews with the people responsible for restoring Akira into the beautiful shape it is in on this DVD. This is the definitive home video release of Akira."