At the Venice Film Festival, Richard Gere revealed that the iconic piano scene in 'Pretty Woman' was improvised, stating it was never in the script. During a masterclass, he humorously noted the apparent lack of chemistry between him and co-star Julia Roberts, despite the scene being considered 'sexy'. The scene arose from a conversation with director Garry Marshall about what one does late at night in a hotel, leading to an impromptu performance that became integral to the film. Gere described his character as 'criminally underwritten,' emphasizing that it was merely 'a suit and a good haircut.' The film, which grossed over $463 million, tells the love story of a wealthy businessman and a sex worker. Gere's reflections highlighted both the creative spontaneity of filmmaking and his evolving perspective on his early roles.