The Path of a Nameless Love

A quiet, intimate character study that lingers on loneliness and unexpected connection, with a slow, melancholic pull.

Directed by

Shintarō Hocchi

Starring

Riho Shishido, Ayumi Kimito, Nanami Mihi

Overview

Kento, a love hotel employee, gets caught up in a lovers' quarrel between two guests. After managing to defuse the situation, he ends up having what appears to be a one-night stand with Mika, the woman whose lover has been stolen from her. One day, Kento returns home from work to find Mika standing at his front door, carrying a bag full of cash... (R15+ version premiered at the OP PICTURES+ Festival 2025).

How it feels

Melancholic, romantic, tense and earnest. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Love, isolation, betrayal, identity

Content

Strong sexual content. Mild language. No violence or gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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