Yoshiki: Under the Sky 2023

Overview

Yoshiki: Under the Sky is a 2023 music documentary film directed by the Japanese musician and composer Yoshiki. The project features Yoshiki as he produces and collaborates on musical arrangements with various artists from countries including Japan, the United States, Europe, and China. The film serves as a message from Yoshiki to the world, expressing the sentiment that humanity can overcome difficulties even during times of global crisis. The documentary, which has a runtime of one hour and thirty-one minutes, was released in Japan on September 8, 2023, following a release in the United States on September 7, 2023. Production of the film involved Sid Ganis, Mark Ritchie, Doug Kluthe, and Aaron Latham-James. The documentary was noted as eligible for consideration in the Best Documentary Feature Film category for the 2024 Academy Awards. The cast includes Yoshiki, Alex Pall, and Drew Taggart. The film is categorized under the music and documentary genres and highlights the collaborative efforts of musicians working together under the direction of the leader of X Japan and The Last Rockstars.