Lovers and Secrets

Lovers and Secrets

I love you... This is the story of men who can't say such simple words.

2002 · 61 min · ★ 2.0 · Drama, Romance

Two stories explore secrets, desire, and unrequited love. In "My Brother's Lover," graduate student Takeo and his sister share a home—and unexpectedly, a romantic interest in Riku, a man who has acted in gay adult films. This secret threatens to upend the siblings' lives. In "His Child," Akihiko secretly loves his straight best friend, Kazuya, and selflessly cares for Kazuya's baby. However, Kazuya hides a crucial secret that, when revealed, forces him to confront the complex feelings tied to Akihiko and his family.

Directed by Yutaka Ikejima · Written by Kyoko Godai

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Masaya Sakurai Takeo Nashida
Hiroshi Takemoto Hayama Riku
Shiori Kawamura Momoko Nashida
Mikihiro Hyôdo Akihiko
Yuya Ishikawa Kazuya
Shôichi Yokosuka Yuuki
Kikujiro Honda Honda
Guriko Yamanote Nursery mom
Ken'ichi Kanbe Akihiko's colleague
Hachisu Hana Baby Renka
Kyoko Hashimoto Neighbor who takes care of baby

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