Ada has many other ways that she expresses herself, and her way is often clearer. As Stewart starts to leave, he tells the natives that the piano is too heavy to bring with them. Ada is infuriated that Stewart is going to leave her piano. To Ada, the piano is a form of escape and freedom. It helps her relax and allows herself to put into another world where there are no worries. .
The Maoris may not be seen as a main part of the film, but they are more deeply rooted in the movie than most think. The more times that you watch The Piano, the more that you notice. As you see in the Maoris society, the people are more relaxed and free. The Maoris represent equality among men and women. Throughout the whole movie, the Maoris foreshadow the theme of imprisonment and freedom. Although the Maoris are imprisoned workers by the white man, they are free in their own environment. The Maoris are shown with true beauty and freedom, and they are always shown being happy. They don't appreciate any violence, and all that they want is peace. Stewart represents the European man's views on the native tribes. Like many Europeans who settled the area, Stewart did not respect the Maoris land. He never understands and respects the Maoris burial grounds. The Maoris land is what gives them their freedom. In the Maoris clothing, you notice that they wear loose, free flowing, and colorful clothing that represents the free culture that they have. Stewart never tries to learn anything about the Maoris tribe's values; instead he chooses to treat the Maoris as ignorant slaves. In fact, though, Stewart becomes the ignorant one. Baines chose to learn the values of the Maoris, and began to appreciate them. Baines eventually became a native himself by living their life and the tattoos on his face. .
When Stewart finds out about Ada's frequent visits to Baines's house, he locks her in the house by boarding up all the windows and doors.
