Bay Bridge: Yearning

Takatori, the master of a snack bar in Yokohama, and Tony, an employee, are lovers. Every night after the store closes, the two drive across the Bay Bridge and make love to Takatori's luxury apartment. One evening, as they were crossing the Bay Bridge as usual, they saw a young man standing there looking lonely. Tony falls in love with him at first sight. That night, Takatori, who was extremely jealous, desperately sought Tony. Afterwards, Takatori goes out alone to prepare the store, and begins to take an interest in the young man he sees every day.

Directed by Satoru Kobayashi, Bay Bridge: Yearning leans on a strong ensemble — Seiichi Yamamoto, Natsuki Shimon, Shouzou Sakairi — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about screen titles of 1990.