The phrase "classic anime" refers to older, well-known and influential animated TV shows or movies from Japan that have had a significant impact on the industry and are highly regarded by fans. Full definition
etc) and I'm huge fan Leiji Matsumoto's classic anime series (Galaxy Express 999 and Captain Harlock) (animedatingsite.com)
Though Warners is likely hoping that the big problems of getting classic anime Akira converted to a live - action version and up on screen are now behind it, the issues bringing the film to life haven't quite gone away. (empireonline.com)
Not to mention how it has taken inspiration from classic anime like Gordian, where mecha get into larger mecha in order to power up. (mechadamashii.com)