The Piano Lesson, Netflix and August Wilson

The Surprising Artwork That Inspired Netflix’s ‘The Piano Lesson,’ a New Movie Based on August Wilson’s Award-Winning Play
A Romare Bearden print served as a starting point for the American playwright's 1987 drama, which follows a Black family's struggle to decide the fate of an ancestral heirloom
‘The Piano Lesson’ adapts a great American play into an off-key movie
An electrifying Danielle Deadwyler is the reason to see this Washington family production.
Netflix’s ‘The Piano Lesson’ turns August Wilson play into taut film
Samuel L. Jackson returns to "The Piano Lesson" 37 years after performing in the August Wilson play when Wilson was still working on the play.
Movie Review: The Washington family tells a ghost story in August Wilson’s “The Piano Lesson’
An heirloom piano takes on immense significance for one family in 1936 Pittsburgh in August Wilson’s “The Piano Lesson.”
‘The Piano Lesson' Star Danielle Deadwyler on How August Wilson's Plays Are ‘Love Letters to Black America' and Being ‘Open' to Superhero Movies
Danielle Deadwyler is a force of nature. The versatile actor's career has skyrocketed in recent years, with roles that span genres and defy expectations. In 2024 alone, Deadwyler took on a staggering five projects,
Malcolm Washington and Family Bring August Wilson's ‘The Piano Lesson' to the Screen
Washington adapted the play for his feature film directorial debut starring his brother, John David Washington, and family friend Samuel L. Jackson.
‘The Piano Lesson' Star Danielle Deadwyler Thinks the ‘Incessant Questioning About Awards' Is a Bit Much
After being snubbed for her performance in "Till," Deadwyler is earning praise and awards buzz once again for her role in ...
The Piano Lesson Isn't A Perfect Movie, But It's A Moving Piece On Generational Trauma
Those with a Netflix subscription will soon be treated to the film adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson. And while ...
Review: 'The Piano Lesson' is a mixed bag
Film critic Peter Travers reviews "The Piano Lesson," now in theaters in advance of its Netflix debut on Nov. 22.
After controversial snub, ‘Piano Lesson’ returns Danielle Deadwyler to Oscar race
Two years ago, the actor found herself in an Oscars controversy after being snubbed for 'Till.' Now she returns with 'Piano ...
Denzel Washington and his sons adapt 'The Piano Lesson,' a classic family drama, with respect
The father produces, son Malcolm Washington directs, and son John David Washington stars in a worthy film version of the ...
Movie Review: Samuel L. Jackson at home in Denzel Washington’s The Piano Lesson
Denzel producing, son John David starring, other son Malcolm directing, older daughter Katia on board as executive producer, ...
Review: 'The Piano Lesson' with John David Washington, Samuel L. Jackson hits all the right notes
By now, John David Washington has established himself as an actor to the extent that he can afford to do something he has not ...
What to watch on Netflix in November 2024 from The Piano Lesson to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson
With awards season just about visible on the horizon, Netflix's Oscar contenders are starting to arrive including Samuel L.