Description
Battle Angel Alita, also known as Gunnm, is a Japanese cyberpunk manga series created by Yukito Kishiro. It was originally published in Shueisha's Business Jump magazine from 1990 to 1995. The story is set in a post-apocalyptic future and revolves around Alita, a female cyborg who has lost all memories. She is found in a junkyard by a cybernetics doctor who rebuilds and takes care of her. Alita discovers that she remembers the legendary cyborg martial art Panzer Kunst and becomes a Hunter Warrior, or bounty hunter. The manga series has been adapted into an anime original video animation, a live-action film, and a video game. Battle Angel Alita has received positive reviews for its complex universe, compelling characters, and thought-provoking themes. It is considered one of the best cyborg anime and showcases the author's artistic skills and meticulous background work. The series has influenced other works and has a dedicated fanbase.
