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The Characters: The Piano Lesson Cast

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In this episode, Jazmine walks us through all the choices the characters of The Piano Lesson are confronted with. And how the spiritual ripples of those choices affect them. What is the tension between Berniece and Boy Willie? What is the story behind the piano? What does legacy mean and what does it mean to honor your ancestors? Watch The Piano Lesson available now on Netflix. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts. The Piano Lesson: The Official Podcast is produced by Netflix and Pineapple Street Studios.

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