This is a story of "good vs. evil" told in the culture of the Japanese, placed in a future, post apocalyptic era in a multi-cultured society as we live in today. The music combined with the mixed Far East/Western scene combinations sets "Afro Samurai" in a place where no other creator has dared to go. Not only did "Afro Samurai" catch up with the times of our society in its visual & musical aspects, but it bridged the gap of Eastern & Western societies.
Its story is a "straight-to-the-point", "pay-attention" story; no fluff added - but it keeps your attention & makes you want more. Its 5 episodes are packed with action and a deep underlined story; anymore development would have taken away from the intensity of the story.
This is NOT your typical anime; it is the "Akira" of THIS millennium. Like all anime, it is meant to bring entertainment, but it is like fashion where it makes a statement. "Akira" made a statement in 1987 & has grown to be a classic of its kind. "Afro Samurai" made a statement in 2006 & it already has its place amongst the classics.
