Идол-детектив в деле! / Idol Detective Takes Action! (1994)

This comedic tale follows an idol’s struggles as she peeks into a new world of romantic entanglements while working as a detective’s assistant. The script by Keiichiro Sese, a leading figure in the film industry, and the directing skills of veteran director Akira Fukamachi come together to create a delightful story that showcases the charm of Yumika Hayashi, who displays a variety of disguises. Misato (Hayashi), a popular idol tired of being hounded by reporters and fans, disappears from the public eye and begins working as a detective’s assistant under a pseudonym. Through her work at a surveillance camera site, she shifts from being the subject of surveillance to the one doing the surveilling, gaining insight into the complex emotions of her clients with their own unique stories.