Drama Digest
Maeda Fumika is a passionate reporter from the weekly magazine who writes articles in the entertainment column. But, due to some mistakes and blunders, she is transferred to the daily lifestyle section. Kameyama Takako is a veteran reporter in the lifestyle section who writes about unconventional topics and is known as an office oddball. They both team up to write about women facing struggles in their personal life which is not considered newsworthy.
The Feel-Good Part
The show portrays recent issues women face that need to be more vocal in their professional and personal lifestyles. This show perfectly depicts the unconventional topics in each episode with its unique way of looking at them. The show manages to create awareness of the mass media’s responsibility to report truthfully and credibly. The show is female-centered and focuses on two women trying their best to prove themselves in their workplace. It has an inspiring and uplifting vibe that encourages the female audience to be confident in them. The storyline behind each character is well built and developed and connects with the viewers instantly. The plot is also well-paced with its emotional timings. The acting was also carried out perfectly by the respective actors. The music also seems to be decent enough for this show. The production value and the directorial settings fit perfectly with its plot themes making the watching experience more fun.
The Disappointing Factor
The show only has one disappointing factor the beginning episodes are not well presented and organized as it seems confusing, which might lessen the interest of some viewers.
In-Depth Analysis
A young, hardworking female gets transferred because she causes a big mistake. She and another veteran reporter on an idea to write about real problems experienced by women in their daily life. The show depicts various disadvantages faced by women in society due to their gender type. Each episode portrays the duo finding out about these stories and captures them in their article. Dynamical changes faced by a transgender person, A boyfriend who has an inferior complex to his girlfriend in the same workspace, and the woman trying to mask herself are some of the storylines explored in this show. They also face some problems due to their defiance in their workplace.
Star Power
The director of this show is Mishima Yukiko, and the writers are Hashibe Atsuko and Fujihira Hisako. Yoshine Kyoko plays the role of Maeda Fumiko, Maiguma Katsuya plays Yamabe Akihito, and Nagasaku Hiromi plays the character of Kameyama Takako in this show.
Overall Opinion
It is a heartwarming drama that depicts women’s problems from a new era. It touches on sensitive topics and tries to let the audience view through a different lens. Highly recommend this show.
