Dropout Idol Fruit Tart
Synopsis
Ino Sakura has just moved to Tokyo to join the newly formed Fruit Tart, an idol group composed of three members besides herself—Roko Sekino, a washed-up child actor; Hayu Nukui, a failed musician; and Nina Maehara, a model who is still waiting for her first gig. They soon begin their new life together in their dormitory, the Mouse House. But there is no time to get settled as the girls awaken to a shocking reality: Fruit Tart is in a deep debt of one hundred million yen and has not even started yet! With the possibility of Fruit Tart breaking up and the Mouse House being torn down if they cannot repay the money, the girls must work their way up from the bottom of idol society by making a name for themselves and writing their own songs. Luckily, Hemo Midori, an experienced idol, is a huge fan of Sakura and decides to join the group. With smiles on their faces, Sakura and the other girls work hard to become popular idols while making sure that each day is as fun as the last. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is mixed, with some viewers enjoying the show's humor, cute characters, and lighthearted take on the idol genre. However, many find the excessive fanservice and shallow plot to be major drawbacks. The show is generally seen as a fun, albeit flawed, CGDCT anime with a strong emphasis on comedy and ecchi elements, making it divisive among viewers.
Strengths
- Unique and endearing characters with distinct personalities.
- Strong comedy and humorous interactions between the cast.
- Cheerful and lively art style with cute character designs.
- Enjoyable music and a great OST by MONACA.
- Well-directed with good comedic timing.
Weaknesses
- Excessive fanservice that is not suitable for all audiences.
- Shallow character development and a lack of depth.
- Inconsistent animation quality.
- Unmemorable idol songs, other than the broccoli song.
- Relies on overused tropes.