Dakara Watashi wa Oshimashita (2019)

Other name: だから私は推しました, だからわたしはおしました, 所以我推她, My Favorite Member

Description:

"Dakara Watashi wa Oshimashita" introduces an office lady approaching her 30th birthday. She has spent considerable time and effort posting about herself on social media, but finds herself increasingly tired and unfulfilled by this digital routine. Her perspective shifts dramatically after a chance encounter at a live performance. She witnesses an underground idol on stage who, despite lacking polished performing skills, radiates an undeniable eagerness and profound dedication to her craft.

This raw, passionate display deeply touches the office lady, sparking a forgotten sense of inspiration within her. The film delves into her journey as she begins to navigate this unexpected admiration, shifting her focus from self-curated online presence to a genuine connection and the desire to support someone else's passion. It explores themes of finding authentic fulfillment beyond superficial validation and discovering what truly moves the heart when life feels stagnant.

Producer: NHK

Director: Hosaka Keita [保坂慶太] and Watanabe Yoshio [渡邊良雄]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2019

Genre:Drama; Miniseries