Komi Can't Communicate (2021)

In the labyrinth of high school life, where appearances can often be deceiving, resides Shouko Komi - a vision of beauty and grace that hides a tumultuous storm beneath her serene surface. Shouko is feted as the epitome of refined sophistication, her stoic demeanor and aloofness mistaken for an elitist aura, elevating her popularity amongst her peers. Yet, this very facade conceals a debilitating secret - a crippling social anxiety that shackles her ability to communicate with those around her. Her interactions are confined to the silent language of a blackboard and the written confessions of a notebook, an echo of her struggle to articulate emotions. Her voice resonates through the impersonal medium of a cellphone, offering a safer sanctuary for her words. Yet, her heart yearns for a connection deeper than the superficial admiration she receives, a dream to conquer her fears and forge friendships - a hundred of them. In the midst of this complex puzzle enters an ordinary schoolboy, Tadano, whose path intertwines with Komi's solitary journey. An unexpected friendship blooms in the heart of this social wilderness, as Tadano takes on the challenge of helping Komi overcome her anxieties. He becomes her beacon, guiding her towards the path of communication, and helping her unlock the door to a world of friendships waiting to be formed. "Komi Can't Communicate" is a tale of resilience and friendship, a poignant exploration of the trials and tribulations of a young girl wrestling with her anxieties, and the ordinary boy who steps up to help her navigate her way towards fulfilling a dream. It serves as a testament to the power of friendship, the courage of facing one's fears, and the freedom that comes with finding one's voice.

Komi Can't Communicate is an anime show featuring Rina Hidaka.

Komi Can't Communicate is currently streaming on Netflix and Netflix basic with Ads.