Based on the classic ic created by revered manga artist and animator Osamu Tezuka (Astrob written by anime legend Katsuhiro Otomo (Akira) and directed by Rintaro (Galaxy Express 9 Metropolis is a spectacular film featuring stunning imagery and unforgettable characters. In the industr tri-level world of Metropo Duke Red is a powerful leader with plans to unveil a highly advanced robot named Tima. But Duke Re violent son Rock distrusts robots and intends to find and destroy Tima. Lost in the confusing labyrinth beneath Metropo Tima is beginning a friendship with the young nephew of a Japanese detective. But when Duke Red separates the two innoce Tim life and the fate of the universe is dangerously at stake. "If you have never seen a Japanese an start here. If you love t Metropolis proves you are right. **** (4 4 stars)" - Roger Ebert