I won't spoil it for you in any way... but even if you aren't into animated movies or anime in general... I really feel like you should watch it before making your fiction post.  The premise is pretty interesting but the end is a mindblower!  It took me years to understand what the value and meaning was behind the whole theme or conclusion.  I was young when I first saw it... but wow!  I think it goes in line with this post's notions!  

Wait until you aren't in the trenches and don't have any papers due... so you can delve in to Akira head first! hahaha  I hear they are making a Live Action movie soon...