This documentary follows the unstoppable all-female Japanese idol group, AKB48. With a complicated balance of competition and friendship among the members, their bond is strong. The footage was taken from over 1000 hours of recorded videos throughout 2010 and includes personal interviews with select members revealing each of the girls' struggle, joy, growth, and dream.
Yuri Kanchiku
Director

Yuko Oshima

Atsuko Maeda

Haruna Kojima

Mariko Shinoda

Minami Minegishi

Mayu Watanabe

Yuki Kashiwagi

Sae Miyazawa

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