TV Show Review: M Spotlight: In The School

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TV Show Digest 

It is a variety show about Korean idols as they attend a new school with fun games and challenges for a Japanese audience. They also do a talk show with interesting interviews for their fans. These idol members show their teamwork and humorous steak in a school-themed program with additional performances for exclusive audiences. They participate in bingo games and food missions which bring out the chaotic friendships between each group. They also soothe the hearts of their audiences with their ballads and dance performances.          

The Feel-Good Part             

The show brought a comfortable atmosphere for the idol groups to open up and connect with the audience. It brings out the hilarious and fun sides of these groups. The show also has a few heart-warming scenes and wholesome moments to look forward to for the audience. Each group and its members effortlessly transform into school students, which is enjoyable to watch. The show also gives information about each group as they talk about memories and incidents. The spectacular performances and gorgeous visuals of each group are the highlights of this show. It is a light-hearted experience that brings out pure positive vibes.    

The Disappointing Factor 

The show is similar to other variety shows and does not have a uniqueness that can be dull for some audiences. Even though the show seems to have average production and direction style, it suits well to the show.  

In-Depth Analysis 

This show provides a great time to mingle with different Korean pop idols in each episode. They have games as well as talk shows for these idol members to be able to connect well with the popular groups. They provide a school experience as each group graduates from a different class. At first, the TREASURE boy band made a spectacular appearance to showcase their brilliant teamwork. They provided unexpected and insightful information in the talk battle. They also performed a Japanese song cover for the fans. CRAVITY was the second to join the school with an opening act of an exciting dance performance. The class representative, disciplinary committee, and art committee members challenge the mission to prove their unity. WEi is the third class this season, as they play bingo games for school lunches and take on challenges for food. AB6IX joins in for the fourth episode with unique uniforms that match their personalities. They bring in lots of laughter with silly mistakes that turn things around. ITZY came in with their colorful manner and bought a one-day committee. They reveal many secrets while playing earphone games and post-it dance. THE BOYZ appeared for the finale and opened up about themselves in the interview, which showed light on the various topics and their opinions. They are also quizzed and challenged for their missions.   

Star Power

The directors of this show are Ryu Min Hee, Heo Mina, Cho Yoo Jin, and Cha Yoo Hyun. The producers are Lim Chami and Scarlet Lee, and the screenplay writers are Kim Hyun Joo, Kim Heo Jung, and Ah Ji Hye for this show. The TREASURE boy band, the CRAVITY group, the Wei boy band, the AB6IX boy band, the ITZY girl group, and members of THE BOYZ band are the cast of this show.  

Overall Opinion 

The show is a sure pick for the audience interested in the Korean pop industry and the fans of the casted idol groups. It is a decent and entertaining watch for some insight into the idol lifestyle.