The Piano Lesson Movie Review

The Piano Lesson (2024) Movie Review on Netflix starring John David Washington, Danielle Deadwyler, Samuel L. Jackson, and produced my Denzel Washington! I was really looking forward to The Piano Lesson. Please subscribe to Just My Opinion Reviews on YouTube!

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[BernadetteHayes-nsgg]

This film is absolutely incredible! I immediately noticed the synchronicity of watching it at the right time. My thoughts went to the treasured memories of my great grandmother, and father, grandmother and father. I could just imagine how similar their lives must have been. The mention of Kansas City blew me away as that is where my family is from. The piano, which my great aunt had one as well, also the furnishings, the house all had an impact as I watched the talented actors give life to a time gone by. The prayer to the Ancestors went straight to my soul as I felt every word deeply. I know about that type of praying! I truly believe our ancestors are near and will help us if we ask. It is so important that we honor all that they went through to assure we survived. This immensely talented actress deserves every award there is and yes she should be cast as "Storm". There were so many lessons in this movie. I just hope people especially African Americans will understand the significance of the film and will simply "get it". Thank you to the writers, producers and actors for a job well done.

[KriticalThinker]

I’m so glad you liked this film. Please add it to your physical media collection. We need to preserve our culture so we can pass it on to future generations.

[anakinnotvader]

I really enjoyed this adaptation, and a lot of August Wilson’s work. The cast was great, and felt believable as a family. I found John Washington’s performance to be a little over the top at moments, but his character is the “loudest in the room” archetype so I wasn’t too turned off. Great review!

[peaceangel]

Having experienced both the play and the amazing 1995 film, I was excited about seeing what fresh directions this tale could be taken in. It did not disappoint! The film covers so many bases - the danger and constant struggle of living as a Black person in the south or north, the Great Migration, the intergenerational living arrangements to push the next generation forward, the presence/protection of our ancestors, the care & keeping of community, the deep and abiding love for family be they blood or chosen. I appreciated the 1995 version as well as this one. When the men spoke about being incarcerated at Parchman Prison "Farm", the rendering of prison song, "Berta, Berta", is heart wrenching, revealing the soul crushing nature of being Black and overrepresented in the carceral system. If you haven't heard Branford Marsalis' rendition or the outstanding version from the 1995 film, - it's worth a listen for anyone interested in traditional folk music. Thanks for the great review!

[annettejohnson]

As a spiritualist, I found it interesting to see how our Ancestors would be depicted in a movie that incorporates Christianity as its main religion. Lots of times, anything having to do with spirits or ghosts leaps towards the demonic and "satanic" elements.
As someone who understands a little more than the average person, spirits are very similar to humans: others an energy to them, just like us. There are kind people, just like there are kind spirits. However, just like the sun's rising and the moon's rising, everything has its equal but opposite.
I also found the connection between literal and figurative "ghosts" of the past interesting. Not being able to escape either, or at least not alone: "home cleansing" or therapy. I wish there were more loose ends tied up like the pain she felt for Crawley, did she ever move on? Does she marry the preacher? Does she go with Lymon? As an empath, it really would have polished my knobs if everything was tied up in a pretty little bow.

[CHAMBuurs]

This film was like watching my grandpa when he was young, a great adaptation.

[tyhurd]

Berta Berta made me feel like this is black american Haka. It felt like it was calling our collective soul and ancestors spirit

[TheDaydreamer]

I watched this around Christmas. It was not for me. However, Danielle is exceptional. The cinematography was beautiful and it's definitely a conversation starter. It started a great conversation about legacy, inheritence, and heirlooms with the people i watched it with.

[keptbygrace]

This version was not bad, but I liked the 1995 version better. Good review.

[darheat]

I saw the play on Broadway! Absolutely amazing. The musical number of Berta Berta was powerful!!! Gave me chills!!! Thanks for the great review. I can't wait to see the movie.

[Moonkidmax]

Ayee Brandon yoooo braids & beard looking clean af!! 🔥🔥 #nodiddy lol

[ashleysapp]

The film was amazing. I loved the book (play) when I read it in high school . Seeing it on screen was chefs kiss

[antoniaedwards]

This was an excellent adaptation of August Wilson's original. I was extremely impressed. Absolutely loved it!!

[jazzycakes]

I loved everything about this movie. The actors, musical numbers, cinematography, all so well done👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[KdaMFG]

Never thought about DD for Storm, but that's a perfect idea!

Second to Angela Bassett which will forever be the biggest missed opportunity in X-Men casting! 🤦🏿‍♂️

[prophecy]

Loved this adaptation. Malcolm is a truly talented director. There were some shots, (the bathtub transition to a flashback, the way he held the camera held on one person, while the other person spoke) that were very unique. It did feel sometimes like some of the supernatural racial trauma horror movies that have recently become popular. I think some of that took away from the "play feel" and it sometimes felt like two movies moving at two different paces. It came together well in the end and I hope this is not the last effort from Mac Washington.

[anazurik]

Another fantastic Review! I'm going to see the movie tonight... Love you!

[sherrymshephard-massat]

Hey, kid! It's been a minute since I've caught one of your review videos. I've seen the film and am about to listen to your opinion, but when you asked if anybody was familiar with August Wilson, I felt compelled to chime in that I actually spent some very quality time with Mr. Wilson at a month-long theatre writer's retreat a few years before he passed away. He was lovely to me and took pictures with my children. We also talked about the future of black theatre and our culture. Some folks I knew who knew him before he got famous said that he had changed and not for the better, but I wonder if they understood that fame can and will change you. I think he became more protective of himself and the world around him as much as possible because that's what you use to write truth from; to create honestly from. After having conversations with him sitting on a shady front porch, watching my kids ride their bikes in the front yard of this huge retreat property, my spirit told me that he was a gentle soul. Sitting there, he even got the idea that he too could ride bikes with his little girl when he got home. A gentle soul.

[shewhomustbobeyed]

I am so looking forward to watching this movie. On my Netflix watch list. I hear it’s very good. Can’t wait. Just finished “Cross”.. now I don’t know what to do with myself. I’m sad. Eagerly awaiting season two. I’ll watch “Piano Lesson” to fill this void. You love everything .. I know it’s great then doggonit. Thank you ❤

[robinskitchen]

The movie was so good 👏🏾👏🏾
My favorite August Wilson play is “ Joe Tuner’s Come and Gone”