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Director: Malcolm Washington
Cast: John David Washington, Danielle Deadwyler, Samuel L. Jackson, Ray Fisher
A brother and sister's battle over a prized heirloom piano unleashes haunting truths about how the past is perceived — and who defines a family legacy.
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The Piano Lesson (2024) is a critically acclaimed drama directed by Malcolm Washington that explores the complex dynamics surrounding a family's battle over a prized heirloom piano. The film has garnered significant attention for its powerful exploration of how the past is perceived and who defines a family's legacy.
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Directed by Malcolm Washington, The Piano Lesson (2024) promises an intimate and emotionally charged exploration of family legacy, as a brother and sister grapple with the complex history embodied in their prized heirloom piano. With a standout cast including John David Washington and Samuel L. Jackson, this drama blends evocative music and haunting themes to offer a unique and compelling cinematic experience.
The Piano Lesson is a 2024 American drama film directed by Malcolm Washington, who co-wrote the screenplay with Virgil Williams. It is an adaptation of the 1987 Pulitzer Prize-winning play by August Wilson. It stars an ensemble cast of Samuel L. Jackson, John David Washington, Ray Fisher, Michael Potts, Erykah Badu, Skylar Aleece Smith, Danielle Deadwyler, and Corey Hawkins.
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