Overall: This show was amazing, with a satisfying conclusion, an empowering message, and crazy chemistry between the two leads. It's an interesting take on the school drama, painting the school as a battleground through psychological examination and confidence.

Story: Both leads change and grow as the show progresses. The writers flesh them out into actual people, with flaws and fears, hopes and dreams. Haruna's words change the school little by little, and her interactions with her "secret speechwriter" along the way always burst with chemistry and are the highlights of the show.

Haruna Tsubasa - A meek girl who everyone bullies. Her transformation into a strong, capable leader is
grounded in her from the beginning. You can see her potential, with her kindred spirit and
determination. Haruna's strength and enduring willpower makes her a character worth
looking up to.

Shizukui Kei - A man of mystery. Always in a black hood, never giving away too much about who he is, why
he wishes to take down the school, he drives the plot for the second half of the story. Where
Haruna is optimistic in her quest to change the school, he's much more cynical. His character
arc is driven by Haruna, where hers was driven by him, and it makes the show all the more
better.

The show can get repetitive as Haruna climbs up the stairs of high school society, battling problems with speeches that often preach the same, somewhat cheesy morals. Personally, Shizukui's new ways of manipulating the school through speeches is what helped keep the episodes fresh.

The Platinum 8 really take away from the story, with quick character development that in some cases, feel too fast to be organic. Other members of the group have little to no personality (or acting chops, for that matter). They're also a big part of why the show's plot doesn't really kick in until the 5th episode, when the focus shifts from them and onto Shizukui's past.

Acting/Cast: Hirose Suzu acted her role well, with innocence and naivety that seemed to come naturally. The small things she does, straightening her posture as the series progresses, making her voice louder, add to her potrayal of the character. Kamiki Ryunosuke,, however, steals the show in nearly every scene. His intentional overacting gives Kei a touch of madness and a dramatic flair. He can switch from teasing, to bitter, to angry, on the drop of a hat, while managing to make it all seem organic.

Music: The soundtrack was above average and complemented the scenes they were in, dark or light.

Rewatch Value: This definitely seems like a show I'll be watching a few times more. The messages are uplifting and the comedy hits the nail on the head. I'd recommend putting it on a list of shows to watch when you're feeling down

Overall: 9.5/10

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