The Hidden Lover movie poster

The Hidden Lover

July 19, 1972 1h 6m

Originally released in 1972. The Hidden Lover is a romance/drama film. directed by Masaru Konuma. At just 66 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Yūko Katagiri, Mitsuko Aoi, and Mayumi Tsubaki

Synopsis

Kiyoshi Yoshida plays Sotaro, a popular television performer, who manages a one-night stand with country-girl Yuko (Yuko Katagiri). She falls madly in love with him, and he enjoys the home-spun attention. When Yuko agrees to a prenuptial contract demanding her silence about the vows and permitting Sotaro the luxury of an "open marriage," they wed in a secret ceremony. However, after a couple weeks of Sotaro's womanizing, Yuko is unable to handle the situation and she attempts to kill both her husband and herself. The resulting scandal costs Sotaro his reputation and career; Yuko is sentenced to a 3 year jail term. But when she gets released, they get back together and try to establish the marriage on a "firmer footing."

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 19, 1972 53 years ago
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Runtime 1h 6m 66 minutes total
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • Nikkatsu Corporation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Hidden Lover about?

Kiyoshi Yoshida plays Sotaro, a popular television performer, who manages a one-night stand with country-girl Yuko (Yuko Katagiri). She falls madly in love with him, and he enjoys the home-spun att...

Who directed The Hidden Lover?

The Hidden Lover was directed by Masaru Konuma.

How long is The Hidden Lover?

The Hidden Lover has a runtime of 1 hours and 6 minutes (66 minutes total).

When was The Hidden Lover released?

The Hidden Lover was released on July 19, 1972 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Hidden Lover?

The main cast of The Hidden Lover includes Yūko Katagiri, Mitsuko Aoi, Mayumi Tsubaki, Hiroko Hamano, Kazuhiko Yakata.