First Penguin! (2022)

Description:

"First Penguin!" tells the inspiring story of Nodoka, a young single mother plunged into dire circumstances. Penniless, homeless, and jobless, she's determined to do whatever it takes to survive. Her life changes dramatically when a local fisherman offers her 10,000 yen to begin the crucial work of rebuilding their struggling coastal community. This unexpected proposition burdens Nodoka with the weighty dreams of the entire local fishing industry, placing their livelihoods firmly on her shoulders. Despite possessing no prior knowledge of the complex fishing world, Nodoka commits wholeheartedly to the task. She bravely confronts the entrenched ways and stubborn attitudes of the seasoned seamen, using her bold spirit to shatter old customs and common sense. Through sheer determination and courage, Nodoka strives to create a groundbreaking revolution in the industry, truly embodying the spirit of the "first penguin."

Producer: NTV

Director: Uchida Hidemi [内田秀実]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2022

Genre:Drama; life; Miniseries