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Ann Lee's Shaker Legacy Explored Through Dance and Devotion

1/5/2026

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Story summary

The Testament of Ann Lee, directed by Mona Fastvold, stars Amanda Seyfried, the actress, and portrays Ann Lee, founder of the Shakers.
The film depicts Shakers' ecstatic worship through music and dance.
It notes Ann Lee faced trauma after losing her children and led the Shakers to embrace celibacy for spiritual connection and gender equality.
Seyfried's performance captures Lee's devotion and the movement's energy, enabling exploration of the Shakers through dance.

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Story summary

The Testament of Ann Lee, directed by Mona Fastvold, stars Amanda Seyfried, the actress, and portrays Ann Lee, founder of the Shakers.
The film depicts Shakers' ecstatic worship through music and dance.
It notes Ann Lee faced trauma after losing her children and led the Shakers to embrace celibacy for spiritual connection and gender equality.
Seyfried's performance captures Lee's devotion and the movement's energy, enabling exploration of the Shakers through dance.