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"Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence" is a 1983 film directed by Nagisa Oshima, and Ryuichi Sakamoto not only composed the film's score but also played one of the lead roles. Sakamoto's hauntingly beautiful soundtrack for the movie earned him critical acclaim and even a BAFTA Award for Best Original Score in 1984. The main theme, also titled "Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence," became one of Sakamoto's most iconic compositions. Additionally, the soundtrack features the collaboration between Ryuichi Sakamoto and English singer David Sylvian on the track "Forbidden Colours," which further contributed to the film's emotional depth.