IDOLY PRIDE - Idolly Pride - Comprehensive review and recommendation overview "IDOLY PRIDE" is a TV anime series that aired from January 10 to March 28, 2021. As an original anime work, it is based on Project IDOLY PRIDE, directed by Kinome Yu and animated by Lerche. It is broadcast on TOKYO MX and BS Nippon TV every Sunday from 11:30 pm for 30 minutes, and consists of 12 episodes. This work is produced by Hoshimi Production and the copyright belongs to "©2019 Project IDOLY PRIDE / Hoshimi Production". story "IDOLY PRIDE" is a story about the dreams, setbacks, and growth of girls who aim to become idols. The main character, Tsukisaka Sayuri, inherits the dream of her older sister, Tsukisaka Toori, who died at a young age, and aims to become a successful idol. She belongs to Hoshimi Productions and grows together with her colleagues from the same agency as they overcome various difficulties. The story depicts Sayuri's pursuit of brilliance as an idol through the relationships between her and the colleagues around her, as well as her competition with rivals. character "IDOLY PRIDE" features many unique characters. The main characters are introduced below. - Sayuri Tsukisaka
- The main character. She inherited the dream of her older sister, Toori, who died at a young age, and aims to become a successful idol. She is a serious and hardworking character, and grows together with her friends.
- Rio Kanzaki
- Sayuri's best friend and an idol who belongs to the same agency. She has a bright and cheerful personality and supports Sayuri. She has excellent singing and dancing skills.
- Tendou Rui
- An idol with genius talent. Although she has a cool and confident personality, she also has a sensitive side inside. She adds excitement to the story as Sayuri's rival.
- Maika Sakuraba
- An idol who belongs to the same agency as Sayuri and the others. She has a kind and gentle personality and is a great support for her friends. She is particularly skilled at dancing.
- Shiraishi Chisa
- A senior idol to Sayuri and the others. She has a lot of experience and is in a position to guide her juniors. Her strict yet gentle guidance encourages Sayuri and the others to grow.
Animation and Music The animation of "IDOLY PRIDE" is drawn by Lerche with careful drawings and beautiful colors. In particular, the live performance scenes feature detailed drawings of the characters' movements and expressions, realistically recreating the idols' performances. There are also many noteworthy points on the musical side, with many songs that bring out the individuality of each character. The opening theme, "We're the IDOLY PRIDE," is a powerful song that symbolizes the dreams and hopes of the main characters, capturing the hearts of viewers. The ending theme, "Glorious Days," also deepens the emotion of the story with its beautiful melody that evokes the characters' growth and bonds. Ratings and Recommendations "IDOLY PRIDE" has been highly praised as an idol anime. In particular, it has been praised for its careful portrayal of character growth and human relationships, deeply moving viewers. It also excels in terms of music, and the high quality of its live performance scenes is also appealing. It is highly recommended for fans of idol anime and those looking for a moving story. Furthermore, many will be drawn to the individuality of the characters and the development of the story. Recommended points- The portrayal of character growth and human relationships is detailed and moving.
- The live performance scene is of high quality and the music is excellent.
- It has been highly praised as an idol anime.
- The story is fascinating, depicting the protagonist's dreams and setbacks.
Related information "IDOLY PRIDE" has the following related information: - Official Website
- https://idolypride.com/
- Official Twitter
- @idoly_pride
- Official YouTube Channel
- IDOLY PRIDE Official Channel
- Related Items
- Blu-ray & DVD, character song CD, soundtrack, etc. are available.
Detailed Episode Guide Below is an overview of each episode of "IDOLY PRIDE". - Episode 1: The Beginning of a Dream
- This is the episode where the main character, Sayuri Tsukisaka, decides to follow her sister's dream and become an idol. She joins Hoshimi Productions and starts a new life with her friends.
- Episode 2: "First Stage"
- This is the episode where Sayuri and her friends take to the stage for the first time. They overcome their nervousness and anxiety and successfully perform together with their friends.
- Episode 3: The Emergence of a Rival
- This is the episode where Tendou Rui appears as Sayuri's rival, adding excitement to the story. Rui's talent is contrasted with Sayuri's hard work.
- Episode 4: Failure and Recovery
- This is the episode where Sayuri experiences her first setback and aims to bounce back. With the support of her friends, she makes up her mind to get back on her feet.
- Episode 5: The Power of Bonds
- This episode tests the bond between Sayuri and her friends, depicting them overcoming difficulties and building stronger bonds.
- Episode 6: A New Challenge
- This episode sees Sayuri and her friends face new challenges, and grow as they compete on new stages and with rivals.
- Episode 7: "Confronting the Past"
- This is the episode where Sayuri faces the trauma of her past. She thinks deeply about her sister's death and her dreams, which becomes a catalyst for her growth.
- Episode 8: "The Growth of Friends"
- This episode depicts the growth of characters other than Sayuri. New sides of Kanzaki Rio and Sakuraba Maika are revealed.
- Episode 9: "Battle with a Rival"
- This episode depicts the decisive battle between Sayuri and Tendou Rui. Their talents and efforts collide, resulting in a moving story.
- Episode 10: The Road to Dreams
- This is the episode where Sayuri and her friends move forward on the path to their dreams. They find a new goal and are determined to move forward again.
- Episode 11 "Final Stage"
- This is the episode where Sayuri and her friends take on the final stage, aiming for the best performance together.
- Episode 12: A Bright Future
- The final episode. An episode depicting Sayuri and her friends' dreams and future. The story concludes with a moving conclusion.
Character Details Below you'll find detailed profiles of the main characters. - Sayuri Tsukisaka
profile- Age: 16
- Birthday: April 15
- Blood type: A
- Height: 160cm
- Special skills: Singing, dancing
- Likes: Memories of my sister, friends
- Dislikes: setbacks, failure
Character Introduction Tsukisaka Sayuri is a girl who aims to succeed as an idol, inheriting the dream of her older sister, Tsukisaka Toori, who died at a young age. She is a serious and hardworking girl who grows up together with her friends. Her story is one of dreams, failure, and recovery, and will deeply move viewers. - Rio Kanzaki
profile- Age: 16
- Birthday: July 22
- Blood type: O
- Height: 158cm
- Special skills: Singing, dancing
- Likes: Music, friends
- Dislikes: Loneliness, solitude
Character Introduction Kanzaki Rio is Sayuri's best friend and an idol who belongs to the same agency. She has a bright and cheerful personality and supports Sayuri. She has excellent singing and dancing skills, and aims for a bright future together with her friends. - Tendou Rui
profile- Age: 17
- Birthday: October 1st
- Blood type: AB
- Height: 165cm
- Special skills: singing, dancing, composing
- Likes: Music, winning
- Dislikes: Defeat, compromise
Character Introduction Tendou Rui is an idol with genius talent. Although she has a cool and confident personality, she also has a sensitive side inside. She adds excitement to the story as Sayuri's rival, and the clash of their talents and efforts is a sight to behold. - Maika Sakuraba
profile- Age: 18
- Birthday: March 3
- Blood type: B
- Height: 162cm
- Special skills: Dancing, cooking
- Likes: Friends, dancing
- Dislikes: quarrels, arguments
Character Introduction Maika Sakuraba is an idol who belongs to the same agency as Sayuri and the others. She has a kind and gentle personality, and is a source of emotional support for her friends. She is particularly skilled at dancing, and grows alongside her friends. - Shiraishi Chisa
profile- Age: 20
- Birthday: December 25th
- Blood type: A
- Height: 168cm
- Special skills: singing, dancing, teaching
- Likes: The growth of juniors, music
- Dislikes: Irresponsibility, laziness
Character Introduction Shiraishi Chisa is a senior idol to Sayuri and her friends. She has a lot of experience and is in a position to guide her juniors. Her strict yet gentle guidance encourages Sayuri and her friends to grow. Her presence adds depth to the story.
Music Details "IDOLY PRIDE" contains many songs that bring out the individuality of each character. Below are some of the main songs. - Opening theme "We're the IDOLY PRIDE"
- A powerful song that symbolizes the dreams and hopes of the main characters. It is sung by the unit "IDOLY PRIDE" consisting of five members: Tsukisaka Sayuri, Kanzaki Rio, Tendou Rui, Sakuraba Maika, and Shiraishi Chisa.
- Ending theme "Glorious Days"
- A beautiful melody that evokes the characters' growth and bonds. Sung as a duet by Tsukisaka Sayuri and Kanzaki Rio, it brings to a moving ending.
- Character Song
- There are many character songs included that bring out the individuality of each character. For example, Tsukisaka Sayuri's "Beyond the Dream," Kanzaki Rio's "Shining Future," Tendou Rui's "Song of Victory," Sakuraba Maika's "The Power of Bonds," and Shiraishi Chisa's "Guiding Light." These songs deeply depict the emotions and growth of the characters.
Details of the production staff Below are details about the production staff of "IDOLY PRIDE". - Director: Yu Kinome
- Kinome Yu is a director with a wealth of experience in the anime industry. In "IDOLY PRIDE," he focused on portraying character growth and human relationships, creating a story that deeply touches the audience.
- Animation production: Lerche
- Lerche is an anime production company known for its beautiful drawings and meticulous animation. In "IDOLY PRIDE," the quality of the live performance scenes has been particularly praised. The characters' movements and expressions are depicted in detail, realistically recreating the idols' performances.
- Original work: Project IDOLY PRIDE
- Project IDOLY PRIDE is a project that produced the original anime "IDOLY PRIDE." The original team focused on the individuality of the characters and the development of the story, aiming to create a work that would impress viewers.
Viewers' reactions "IDOLY PRIDE" has been highly praised by viewers. In particular, it has been praised for its careful and moving portrayal of character growth and human relationships. In addition, the high quality of the live performance scenes and excellent music have also been cited as attractions. Below are some specific reactions from viewers. - "The characters' growth was carefully depicted and I was moved by each episode. Sayuri's story in particular touched my heart."
- "The quality of the live performance scenes was amazing, it felt like I was watching a real idol concert. The music was great too."
- "I think this is the best idol anime ever. I was drawn to the characters' personalities and the development of the story."
- "It was thrilling to watch, depicting the bonds between friends and the competition with rivals. I'll never forget how moving the final episode was."
Reasons for recommendation Here are the reasons why we recommend "IDOLY PRIDE": - The portrayal of character growth and human relationships is detailed and moving.
- The live performance scene is of high quality and the music is excellent.
- It has been highly praised as an idol anime.
- The story is fascinating, depicting the protagonist's dreams and setbacks.
- There are many touching developments that capture the hearts of viewers.
Related Titles Below are works in the same genre as "IDOLY PRIDE" or with similar themes. These works are also recommended for those who are looking for idol anime or moving stories. - "Love Live!" Series
- A popular series that depicts the growth and friendship of girls who aim to become idols. The music and live performance scenes are of high quality, and the story is moving.
- "The Idolmaster" series
- The story of a producer who trains idols and the idols themselves. The characters' personalities and story development are carefully drawn.
- "Wake Up, Girls!"
- This is a film that depicts the struggles of a local idol group. It is a moving story of dreams, failure, and recovery.
- "22/7 (Nanabun no Nijūni)"
- This is a work that depicts both the public and private sides of an idol group. The character development and interpersonal relationships are carefully depicted, and the music is excellent.
Conclusion "IDOLY PRIDE" is a moving anime that depicts the dreams, setbacks, and growth of girls who aim to become idols. The character growth and human relationships are carefully depicted, the live performance scenes are of high quality, and the music is excellent. It is highly recommended for those who like idol anime and those looking for a moving story. There are many moving developments that will capture the hearts of viewers, and many will be drawn to the personalities of the characters and the development of the story. Watch "IDOLY PRIDE" and support the dreams and bright future of the main characters. |
