The most negative depiction of idols I've seen in years. Impressions: The production side is certainly putting in some genuine effort. The direction in particular. The Scrubs-like fantasy scenes, uncommon as they are, are at least an interesting way to show what the protagonist is thinking rather than have her simply announce and explain […]
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