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Shaker Musical Starring Amanda Seyfried Heads to Theaters This Year
30 Sep
Summary
- Searchlight Pictures acquires rights to "The Testament Of Ann Lee"
- Film is a musical retelling of the Shaker sect's founding and its leader
- Directed by Mona Fastvold, starring Amanda Seyfried
In a major acquisition, Searchlight Pictures has secured the rights to "The Testament Of Ann Lee," a musical film directed and co-written by Mona Fastvold. The movie, which stars Amanda Seyfried, is a retelling of the founding of the Shaker religious sect and its colorful leader, Ann Lee.
The film, which made its world premiere to critical acclaim at the Venice Film Festival last month, is a unique blend of music, dance, and historical drama. Fastvold has fused form and function to deliver a "thrillingly modern incantation of an antiquated tune," according to a review by TheWrap's Ben Croll.
For Seyfried, the role of Ann Lee presented significant challenges, as the actress had to portray a figure of immense power and strong-willed devotion. However, the experience has taught her that she is capable of "doing things I didn't think I could do," the actress revealed.
Searchlight Pictures plans to release "The Testament Of Ann Lee" theatrically at the end of this year, giving audiences a chance to experience this unique and captivating musical drama on the big screen.
