A Piano for Mrs. Cimino

"A Piano for Mrs. Cimino" is a 1982 American television movie produced and directed by George Schaefer. The teleplay by John Gay is based on the novel of the same name by Robert Oliphant. It was broadcast on February 3 by CBS.

Plot

The story focuses on Esther Cimino, an aging piano teacher who is misdiagnosed as having dementia shortly after her husband passes away. Her son George has her declared incompetent and puts her affairs in the hands of a questionable trustee. Her granddaughter Karen places the woman in a convalescent home overseen by a caring director, and under his patient care Mrs. Cimino blossoms, only to learn her business, home, and all her possessions, including her beloved piano, were sold during her confinement.

With her dignity and health restored, Mrs. Cimino tries to regain control of her life by establishing her independence and retaining control over her remaining assets. Assisting her in her battles is her long lost friend Barney Fellman, who brings her the unexpected promise of romance in her later years.

Cast

*Bette Davis ..... Esther Cimino
*Keenan Wynn ..... Barney Fellman
*Alexa Kenin ..... Karen Cimino
*George Hearn ..... George Cimino
*Penny Fuller ..... Mrs. Polanski
*Christopher Guest ..... Philip Ryan
*Graham Jarvis ..... Leach

External links

* [http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0084494/ "A Piano for Mrs. Cimino" at the Internet Movie Database]