Directed by Sunny Zhao, THE GIFT Fantaisie Impromptu stars Emma Barnett, Elyse Dufour, Eric Brenner, Jeffrey Klemmer in theaters on November 7th.
When ten-year-old Abigail Phillips discovers a forgotten piano deep in the woods on her father’s farm, she uncovers more than a passion for music – she unlocks a mystery that spans generations. In the wake of her mother’s sudden passing, Abigail finds solace and purpose in music, and her natural talent quickly blossoms.
Recognizing her exceptional gift, her father sends her to Paris to pursue a career as a concert pianist. Meanwhile, he begins his own investigation into the piano’s mysterious origins. As he uncovers a hidden history of loss, longing, and silent lives quietly touched by the instrument, Abigail’s fame begins to grow, along with the weight of the secret behind her talent.
Told through intertwined timelines, The Gift is a lyrical meditation on creativity, memory, and love – an exploration of how an ordinary object can hold an extraordinary past. The Gift is a love letter to art, resilience, and the mysterious power of music to connect us across generations.