Ace wo Nerae! (2004)

Other name: エースをねらえ!, Aim for the Ace!

Description:

Based on the legendary comic book that sold 15 million copies, Ace wo Nerae! is an inspiring sports drama about passion and resilience. The story follows Hiromi Oka, an ordinary high school girl who joins her school tennis club after being captivated by the star player Reika Matsumoto. However, her excitement quickly fades into boredom during repetitive basic training. Everything changes when a strict new coach, Munakata, takes over the team. Recognizing her hidden potential, Munakata implements an extreme training regimen and makes the shocking decision to select the beginner Hiromi for an upcoming tournament. This unexpected choice sparks intense jealousy and gossip among her teammates, pushing Hiromi to the brink of quitting. But when she tries to walk away, Munakata refuses to let her give up. Instead, he subjects her to even more rigorous, personalized training. Can Hiromi overcome the pressure, survive the harsh lessons, and truly become an ace tennis player?

Director: Matsuda Hidetomo [松田秀知] and Muguruma Shunji [六車俊治]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2004

Genre:Drama; Sports