Recommendation for Ryoko Hirosue's Film: "The Secret"

Besides "The Iron Man" (Tsuribaka Nisshi 14), in the same year, Ryoko Hirosue starred as the protagonist in "The Secret," directed by acclaimed director Yojiro Takita. She played a mother whose soul inhabited her daughter's body, showcasing delicate acting skills at a young age. This role not only earned her the Best Actress award at the 23rd Japan Academy Film Prize but also the Best Actress award at the Sitges Film Festival in Spain, serving as significant encouragement for her career. "The Secret" is adapted from Keigo Higashino's novel of the same name. The plot revolves around Heisuke Sugita (played by Kaoru Kobayashi), who was living a peaceful and happy family life with his wife Naoko (played by Kayoko Kishimoto) and daughter Monami (played by Ryoko Hirosue). However, an accident during a winter vacation leads to Naoko's death, but her soul possesses their daughter Monami. "Both daughter and wife" – as time passes, their relationship is put to the test. Their true relationship is a profound secret, and their thoughts on this new dynamic are also secrets they cannot reveal even to each other.