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The Piano Lesson
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The Piano Lesson

2024-11-07 · 127 min · ★ 5.9

Drama

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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Directors
Malcolm Washington
Production companies
Mundy Lane Entertainment, Escape Artists
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

John David WashingtonJohn David WashingtonBoy Willie
Danielle DeadwylerDanielle DeadwylerBerniece Charles
Samuel L. JacksonSamuel L. JacksonDoaker Charles
Ray FisherRay FisherLymon
Michael PottsMichael PottsWining Boy
Corey HawkinsCorey HawkinsAvery
Gail BeanGail BeanDolly
Jerrika HintonJerrika HintonGrace
Stephan JamesStephan JamesBoy Charles
Skylar Aleece SmithMaretha
Erykah BaduErykah BaduLucille
Malik J AliWillie Boy
Charity JordanCharity JordanMama Berniece
Isaiah GunnYoung Boy Willie
Matrell SmithMatrell SmithCrawley
Eilan JosephPapa Boy Walter
Pauletta WashingtonPauletta WashingtonMama Ola
Olivia WashingtonOlivia WashingtonYoung Mama Ola
Kylee D. AllenKylee D. AllenYoung Berniece
Deetta WestDeetta WestMama Esther

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