

Forbidden Love
2008-01-25 · 71 min · ★ 6.0
When an apparel designer returns home after studying in New York, he begins living with the company president and his two sons.
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- Directors
- Yōka Kusano
- Production companies
- TORNADO FILM
- Countries
- Japan
- Status
- Released
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Masashi MikamiMizuki Ritsu
Katou RyousukeOikawa Shou
Naoki YukawaOikawa Ryo
Kosei MatsumotoOikawa MasaomiTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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