Pesadillas (Domu) is a seminal work by Katsuhiro Otomo, serving as a precursor to his magnum opus, Akira. Set within a sprawling residential complex, the narrative unfolds a series of mysterious deaths that baffle the authorities. At the heart of the mystery are two individuals with extraordinary psychic abilities: an elderly man and a young girl. Their psychic duel escalates, revealing the dark undercurrents of urban life and the potential horrors lurking within the human mind. Otomo’s meticulous artwork and storytelling prowess create a tense atmosphere, blending elements of horror and psychological thriller. This Spanish edition, published by Norma Editorial Editorial, presents the complete story in a 240-page volume, offering readers a glimpse into the evolution of Otomo’s narrative style that would later culminate in Akira.
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Katsuhiro Otomo is best known for Akira, a dystopian epic that fused cyberpunk aesthetics, political paranoia, and visceral action into a genre-defining landmark. With cinematic paneling and meticulous detail, Otomo brought a new intensity to manga, influencing anime, sci-fi, and global visual culture. His work examines chaos, trauma, and power in post-industrial landscapes, often reflecting anxieties rooted in Japan’s history. Beyond manga, Otomo is an acclaimed director, screenwriter, and artist whose impact crosses mediums and continents. He remains a foundational figure in both Japanese and international comics, bridging underground sensibility with blockbuster scale.
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Katsuhiro Otomo is best known for Akira, a dystopian epic that fused cyberpunk aesthetics, political paranoia, and visceral action into a genre-defining landmark. With cinematic paneling and meticulous detail, Otomo brought a new intensity to manga, influencing anime, sci-fi, and global visual culture. His work examines chaos, trauma, and power in post-industrial landscapes, often reflecting anxieties rooted in Japan’s history. Beyond manga, Otomo is an acclaimed director, screenwriter, and artist whose impact crosses mediums and continents. He remains a foundational figure in both Japanese and international comics, bridging underground sensibility with blockbuster scale.
Pesadillas (Domu) is a seminal work by Katsuhiro Otomo, serving as a precursor to his magnum opus, Akira. Set within a sprawling residential complex, the narrative unfolds a series of mysterious deaths that baffle the authorities. At the heart of the mystery are two individuals with extraordinary psychic abilities: an elderly man and a young girl. Their psychic duel escalates, revealing the dark undercurrents of urban life and the potential horrors lurking within the human mind. Otomo’s meticulous artwork and storytelling prowess create a tense atmosphere, blending elements of horror and psychological thriller. This Spanish edition, published by Norma Editorial Editorial, presents the complete story in a 240-page volume, offering readers a glimpse into the evolution of Otomo’s narrative style that would later culminate in Akira. Katsuhiro Otomo, Norma, 2021, Manga Norma 978-8484319016 Katsuhiro Otomo 2021