The Pianist (1991)

In the evocative film Le Pianiste, we follow the captivating narrative of Jean and her sister, portrayed by the enchanting Macha Grenon, as they revisit their longstanding fascination with a Japanese pianist, Yoshi. Once their enigmatic neighbor during their formative high school years, Yoshi has now flourished into a world-renowned pianist. The plot unfurls amid the poignant backdrop of a family reunion on Vancouver Island, oscillating between the present and the past decade's memories. As fate would have it, Yoshi is performing a concert in Vancouver, rekindling in Amy a yearning to reconnect. However, her sister's inexplicable disinterest stirs the pot. As they delve into the remnants of old desires, a provocative exploration of obsession, sibling competition, and misguided life decisions unfolds, all anchored in the fantasies of their youth. The plot takes a dramatic turn when Amy uncovers her sister's intimate history with Yoshi, comprising seven or eight clandestine encounters. Shattered by this revelation, Amy grapples with the fact that despite crafting her life in New York City to bolster her chances of kindling a relationship with the handsome, exotic, and talented Yoshi, they never crossed paths, leaving her unrequited emotions simmering beneath the surface till the reunion. As the story culminates, the question lingers - will Amy finally meet Yoshi? Will he reciprocate her feelings? Le Pianiste is a nuanced, non-saccharine slice of life, filled with unexpected plot twists that encourage viewers to question their own life influences and the sagacity of their choices.

The Pianist is a drama movie directed by Claude Gagnon.

It is possible to rent The Pianist on Apple TV.