The Piano

The Piano

19932hr 0min
critics rating 90%90%
audience rating 86%86%

In a land where the untamed wilderness meets the elegant tempo of desire, "The Piano" weaves a tale as haunting as the melody Ada plays on her cherished instrument. Amidst the rugged backdrop of nineteenth-century New Zealand, Ada's journey is not just one of geographical exploration but a fervent exploration of her own passions and desires.

Set against the stark beauty of the New Zealand landscape, the film unravels a captivating dance of power dynamics and forbidden longings. Ada's piano becomes not just a musical instrument but a symbol of her autonomy, her voice in a world that seeks to stifle it. As the story unfolds, viewers are drawn into a mesmerizing narrative that blurs the lines between duty and desire, tradition and rebellion.

With breathtaking cinematography and a spellbinding performance by Holly Hunter, "The Piano" beckons its audience to immerse themselves in a world where every note played carries the weight of unspoken emotions. A tale of love, longing, and the relentless pursuit of freedom, this cinematic masterpiece is sure to strike a chord in the hearts of all who dare to listen.

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Cast

Sam Neill

Alisdair Stewart

Sam Neill

Holly Hunter

Ada McGrath

Holly Hunter

Harvey Keitel

George Baines

Harvey Keitel

Rose McIver

Anna Paquin

Flora McGrath

Anna Paquin

Cliff Curtis

Geneviève Lemon

Ian Mune

Reverend

Ian Mune

Kerry Walker

Aunt Morag

Kerry Walker

Pete Smith

Stephen Papps

Bluebeard

Stephen Papps

Bruce Allpress

Blind Piano Tuner

Bruce Allpress

Eddie Campbell

Jon Sperry

Taunting Man

Jon Sperry

Karen Colston

Bluebeard's Wife (Miss Palmer)

Karen Colston

Greg Mayor

Neil Gudsell

Verity George

Bluebeard's Wife

Verity George

Te Whatanui Skipwith

Chief Nihe

Te Whatanui Skipwith

Tungia Baker