Sakamoto came to fame as a member of Japanese synth-rock outfit [Yellow Magic Orchestra]? with co-founders [Haruomo Hosono]? and [Yukihiro Takahashi]?; the band were a seminal influence on the Acid House and Techno movements of the late 80s and early 90s. Collaborated with [David Sylvian]? on the album [Brilliant Trees]? and others.
Appeared in the 1983 film, [Merry Christmas, Mr Lawrence]? alongside the English rock musician David Bowie; he also wrote the soundtrack for this film. He worked with [Bernardo Bertolucci]? on the soundtrack for the film [The Last Emperor]?, released in 1987. He has also written soundtracks for [Pedro Almodovar]?'s film [High Heels]?, and Oliver Stone's [Wild Palms]?.
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