In 1930s Pittsburgh, a brother returns home to reclaim a treasured family heirloom, a piano, which he believes is rightfully his. However, his sister is reluctant to part with the instrument, sparking a journey that exposes the harsh realities of African-American life during this era. As the brother struggles to sell the piano and secure a better future by buying property, he learns valuable lessons about perseverance, community, and the true value of family and tradition.
The Piano Lesson
A family's cultural legacy is at stake as they grapple with the value of preserving their heritage, embodied in the intricate carvings on their ancestral piano.