A Piano for Mrs. Cimino

A Piano for Mrs. Cimino

1982 · 100 min · ★ 7.6 · Drama, TV Movie

An elderly widow must find meaning and activity in her life when her son suggests she is no longer capable of handling her own affairs.

Directed by George Schaefer · Written by John Gay

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