Synopsis

It has been 17 years since Hide from X Japan passed away so suddenly, but so many fans still love him. Junk Story: Hide 50th Anniversary Documentary is the first documentary portraying Hide’s life, achievements, and thoughts. This film explores how he sought his own artistic methodology and philosophy for his fans. You will get an intimate look at his personality through various perspectives, such as aesthetics, philosophy, dreams, and his views on tolerance. The documentary features interviews with musicians and those who knew him well, alongside concert footage and additional behind-the-scenes material. Junk Story: Hide 50th Anniversary Documentary tells the story of the bond between Hide and his comrades and celebrates all the people who love him.

Director

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  • Futoshi Sato
  • Born in 1968 in Sendai, Futoshi Sato started his career as a props coordinator before working as an assistant director. He gained recognition in 1995 with his debut short film Date Train. Since then, he has worked as a director for dramas, documentaries, music videos, and commercials. In 2005, he directed his first feature film, Indian Summer, and is also a member of the band ‘Indian Land/S-Club Band.’