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Composed for Nagisa Oshima's 1983 film, this melancholic theme blends electronic and orchestral elements, reflecting Sakamoto's pioneering work in blending genres. The 2013 orchestral arrangement emphasizes its timeless cinematic quality.

"Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence" is a hauntingly beautiful piano theme from Nagisa Oshima's 1983 film of the same name. Composed by Ryuichi Sakamoto, who also starred in the movie alongside David Bowie, the piece blends minimalist motifs with melancholic harmonies, becoming one of the most recognizable modern classical compositions of the 20th century.

"Forbidden Colours" is a haunting theme from Nagisa Oshima's 1983 film "Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence", blending Sakamoto's minimalist electronic style with traditional Japanese influences.

Famous instrumental theme from Nagisa Ōshima's 1983 film "Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence", composed by Ryuichi Sakamoto who also starred in the movie alongside David Bowie. The piece blends minimalist piano with electronic textures.

"Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence" is a hauntingly beautiful minimalist piano composition by Ryuichi Sakamoto, created for the同名 war film. It became one of the most recognizable works in contemporary classical music, often rearranged for orchestras and solo performances.