The Lost Language of Cranes is about secrets -- I caused me to ponder the secrets that were often hinted at in my own family (not the least of which was my own sexuality) -- There are some who advocate the elimination of all secrets in interpersonal relationships -- I not convinced of the merits of "no secrets" relationships -- When should a secret be kept; when not?
The story is based on David Leavitt's 1986 novel, "The Lost Language of Cranes," and is said to be faithful to the novel -- This film was originally a television drama aired on the BBC, and now is available on DVD -- According to IMDb, "Screen Two" was aired between 1985–2002 -- This Season 8, Episode 4, Episode aired 9 February 1992, although there is some suggestion that it first aired much earlier -- At the time of these notes, the film has received less than 500 IMDb rating votes, which I found surprising for a film which has received so many positive critical acclimations.