Twenty selected pieces from Ryuichi Sakamoto's 40-year career are performed during his final concert, held shortly before his death in March 2023.
“The performance of a lifetime.”
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Twenty selected pieces from Ryuichi Sakamoto's 40-year career are performed during his final concert, held shortly before his death in March 2023.
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Ryuichi Sakamoto performs at his final concert in March 2023, just months before his death from cancer. The event, titled "Opus," takes place in an intimate setting and features 20 pieces from his 40-year career. Directed by Neo Sora, the concert reflects Sakamoto's artistic philosophy, inspired by the saying "Ars longa, vita brevis." The film captures the emotional weight of this farewell performance, allowing audiences to connect with Sakamoto's music one last time.
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Why Watch
- See Ryuichi Sakamoto's final concert performance.
- Find out why critics rated it 8.4/10 on Rotten Tomatoes.
- Meet the director Neo Sora and his unique filmmaking style.
Did You Know
- The film premiered at the 80th Venice International Film Festival in 2023.
- Ryuichi Sakamoto struggled with cancer during the filming of his final concert.
- On Rotten Tomatoes, 100% of 32 critics' reviews are positive.
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Who directed Ryuichi Sakamoto: Opus?
Ryuichi Sakamoto: Opus was directed by Neo Sora.
What was the average rating of Ryuichi Sakamoto: Opus on Rotten Tomatoes?
The average rating of Ryuichi Sakamoto: Opus on Rotten Tomatoes is 8.4/10.
In which film festival did Ryuichi Sakamoto: Opus have its world premiere?
Ryuichi Sakamoto: Opus had its world premiere at the 80th Venice International Film Festival.
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