Richard Gere Reveals Iconic 'Pretty Woman' Scene Was Improvised

The actor reflected on the unplanned piano moment at the Venice Film Festival, calling his role 'criminally underwritten.'

• Gere shared the behind-the-scenes story during a masterclass event.
• The piano scene with Julia Roberts was not in the original script.
• Director Garry Marshall encouraged Gere to incorporate his piano skills.
• The scene added depth to Gere's character, Edward Lewis.
• 'Pretty Woman' grossed over $460 million worldwide.

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