Mars: Zero no Kakumei (2024)

The Revolution that we all dreamed of but never had the chance

I loved the story of this drama as it resonated deeply with my own dreams, and I could empathize with ICON’s journey. Back in high school, I was buried under academic stress and isolation. I didn’t have friends, but I was a very politically opinionated person with strong views on the injustices of society at that time in China. Without a friend like Zero and the rest of Mars, I felt powerless. Some might argue that even with friends, achieving anything significant as a group of high schoolers is impossible. However, the beauty of a dream lies in pursuing the seemingly impossible until it becomes possible.

Thank you to the scriptwriter, director, and Michieda Shunsuke-san, as well as the rest of the crew! This drama has evoked a range of emotions—happiness, anger, sadness, motivation, and love. It has inspired me to strive for improvement in my life and to stand up against injustice, echoing the sentiments of Zero and Heri: “It’s not progress if you don’t step forward and fight against it!”

Regarding the script, my favorite aspect is how each episode’s storyline contributed to the final success of the revolution, even with the help of Xocy, which added realism and inspiration. In reality, it’s nearly impossible for high schoolers to effect societal change, so including this detail meant a lot to me. Additionally, the ending scene where Zero finds ICON, only to have it cut off as “inappropriate content,” added to the intrigue of the drama. It reminded viewers not to become too invested in fiction, as actions like those of MARS would likely be censored rather than celebrated as heroic in reality.

Overall, I believe this is an excellent drama with a compelling narrative and outstanding acting, especially by Michieda Shunsuke. I eagerly await a second season, if it’s in the works.

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