Documentary Movie: Idol (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film
Released in 2018, Documentary Movie: Idol is a documentary film directed by Takenaka Yusuke, running about 120 minutes. “Living the Idol Life - SKE48 Behind the Scenes” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. "Idols" have become a representative part of Japanese culture. This film is a documentary that delves into the undiscovered "underside of idols". SKE48 was established in July 2008 in Sakae, Nagoya, as the first group of AKB48's national expansion. SKE48 was the forerunner of the 48 Project, which later expanded nationwide and then worldwide. The group is full of girls who are trying to make their dreams as idols come true. The film portrays in graphic detail the emotions of these girls who have foregone an ordinary girl's life to choose the profession of an "idol".
Who’s in it. Documentary Movie: Idol stars Jurina Matsui.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Documentary Movie: Idol page.
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- Where can I watch Documentary Movie: Idol (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Documentary Movie: Idol change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Documentary Movie: Idol?
- Documentary Movie: Idol stars Jurina Matsui.
- When was Documentary Movie: Idol released?
- Documentary Movie: Idol was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.