Lovers and Secrets

Lovers and Secrets (2003) is a drama, romance film directed by Yutaka Ikejima rated 2.0/10.

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.

Cast

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

Masaya Sakurai

Takeo Nashida

Hachisu Hana

Baby Renka

Kyoko Hashimoto

Neighbor who takes care of baby