Barbie has taken the world by storm, surpassing blockbuster movies like “Oppenheimer,” “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny,” “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One,” and even “The Flash” with its $337 million global opening weekend. Greta Gerwig’s interpretation of the iconic doll has become one of the most successful films of the year.
Now, Barbie fever has ventured into the realm of classic anime in a surprising twist. Artist Joana Fraga has reimagined the renowned poster for 1988’s “Akira” with a softer, pastel pink aesthetic. The revamped poster features Barbie’s convertible instead of Kaneda’s bike, and showcases Barbie herself confidently approaching the vehicle. Take a look:
This unexpected fusion has exploded on social media, amassing a quarter of a million likes and 5.5 million views in less than 24 hours. It’s no surprise given the exceptional quality of the artwork and the meticulous attention to detail, including the correct representation of “Barbie” in katakana.
Despite celebrating its 35th anniversary this year, “Akira” remains culturally relevant. Hollywood has long attempted to adapt it into a live-action film, and Taika Waititi is the latest director to take on the challenge. Waititi confirmed in April that work on the project is underway and that it may take precedence over his upcoming “Star Wars” movie.
While we eagerly anticipate the return of this bizarre psychic cyberpunk sci-fi saga, we are considering purchasing a print of the “Barbie x Akira” poster to add a splash of color to our walls.
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Khushi Patel is a science fiction author who lives in Austin, Texas. She has published three novels, and her work has been praised for its originality and imagination. Khushi is a graduate of Rice University, and she has worked as a software engineer. She is a member of the Science Fiction Writers of America, and her books have been nominated for several awards.
