My journey with AMAL|HOPE began when director Eros Zhao invited me to produce a piano concert in Los Angeles—part of a documentary chronicling the restoration of a Steinway Piano. After meeting the two remarkable pianists at the heart of this story, joining Eros as a producer for the film was an easy decision.

This documentary tells a story we believe audiences need to see now more than ever. Through the friendship of these two extraordinary artists, AMAL|HOPE reminds us of the transformative power of genuine connection—especially with those we might assume we have nothing in common with. Beyond being a story of artistic collaboration, this film illuminates the creative potential we sacrifice when we allow external conflicts to dictate our perspectives and divide us from one another. I invite you to experience AMAL|HOPE and discover how music and human connection transcends boundaries.