Ep 13. Walk This Way

Carole & Tuesday is a music-themed anime television series created by Shinichiro Watanabe and produced by Studio Bones. The series follows two girls, Carole and Tuesday, as they pursue their dream of becoming musicians on a terraformed Mars. Their journey brings them into contact with different characters and challenges, as they navigate the music industry and their personal lives.

In the season 1 episode 13, titled "Walk This Way," Carole and Tuesday enter the Mars Grammys, a prestigious music awards ceremony, in hopes of winning the New Artist Award. The episode begins with the girls waking up early and dressing up for the occasion, while discussing their nerves and excitement. Meanwhile, their friends and supporters gather at a public viewing party, where they eagerly await the results.

At the venue, Carole and Tuesday run into their fellow contestants, including Angela, a talented but arrogant pop star, and Pyotr, a Russian DJ who becomes infatuated with Tuesday. The girls also meet the celebrity presenter for their award category, a popular actor and singer named Tao. Tao seems friendly at first, but as the show progresses, he reveals a darker side and a personal vendetta against Carole and Tuesday.

As the nominees are announced, the tension rises, and the girls anxiously await their moment on stage. When their names are finally called, they make their way to the podium, holding hands and beaming with joy. The presenter, however, has other plans. He uses his speech to criticize their simplistic and naive approach to music, and belittle their passions and abilities. Carole and Tuesday are heartbroken and speechless, but they refuse to let him ruin their moment. They take the microphone and perform their own song, "Lost My Way," in front of the entire audience. Their performance is emotional, powerful, and well-received by the crowd. They receive a standing ovation, and the presenter is booed off stage.

In the aftermath of the show, Carole and Tuesday reflect on their experience and their future. They realize that their journey is far from over, but that they have each other and the support of their friends and fans. They make a promise to themselves and to their music, to keep walking no matter what. The episode ends with a shot of them holding hands and walking into a bright and hopeful future.

"Walk This Way" is a pivotal and emotional episode in the first season of Carole & Tuesday. It showcases the characters' resilience and determination, as well as their vulnerability and doubts. It also addresses important themes of artistic integrity, personal growth, and social critique, in a way that is both engaging and relatable. Overall, it is a must-watch for fans of the series, and a great introduction for those who are new to it.