"Ryuichi Sakamoto: Opus" captures the final concert of influential Japanese musician Ryuichi Sakamoto, who performed alone in a studio, creating a deeply contemplative experience. The film, directed by his son Neo Sora, is a monochromatic meditation on mortality and legacy, as Sakamoto, who battled cancer, knew his days were numbered. The concert, meticulously designed in black and white, showcases 20 songs spanning his career, offering a poignant gift from a master musician to his audience.
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"Opus," a posthumous documentary directed by Ryuichi Sakamoto's son Neo Sora, captures the final performance of the Oscar-winning Japanese composer, who passed away in March at the age of 71. The film showcases Sakamoto performing 20 compositions, including the score of Bernardo Bertolucci's "The Sheltering Sky." Sakamoto expressed his desire for the film to preserve his performances for the future. "Opus" will premiere at the Venice Film Festival and was produced by Sakamoto's manager and wife Norika Sora.
