Netflix just got one of the best drama movies of the year — and it’s 90% on Rotten Tomatoes

Netflix has a habit of saving its best original movies for the tail end of the year. During late fall and early winter, the streaming service tends to release its major award candidates, and in 2024 that includes “The Piano Lesson,” a compelling drama that is a real family affair both in front of the camera and behind it.

“The Piano Lesson” is available to stream on Netflix starting today (Friday, November 22) and it’s a collaborative feature within the Washington family. Malcolm Washington is in the director’s chair, brother John David Washington has a leading role, and father Denzel Washinton (aka the coolest man in Hollywood) is involved in a producer role. After watching this movie, you’ll come to one conclusion: The Washington clan is ridiculously talented.

I caught an early screening of “The Piano Lesson” during its very limited theatrical run, and I’m here to implore you to get this

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