The Testament of Ann Lee

Film details

Film TitleThe Testament of Ann Lee
Suitability
Genre
Length137mins
Year2025
CountryUnited States of America, United Kingdom, Sweden, Cyprus, Hungary
DirectorMona Fastvold
ActorsAmanda Seyfried, Lewis Pullman, Thomasin McKenzie, Matthew Beard, Christopher Abbott, Viola Prettejohn, David Cale, Stacy Martin, Scott Handy, Jeremy Wheeler, Tim Blake Nelson, Daniel Blumberg, Willem van der Vegt, Maria Sand, Millie-Rose Crossley
LanguageEnglish
Showings

The extraordinary true legend of Ann Lee, founder of the devotional sect known as the Shakers.

The few full-blown examples of 18th century everyday people losing themselves to the holy-roller beat carries this film even more than the meticulous historical recreations. It’s a period film with 6/8 pulse.

The frenzied, lustful energy of the film’s first half makes it one of the most thrilling cinematic experiences of the year.