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The Testament of Ann Lee (15*)

Parent & Baby Screening

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The Testament of Ann Lee

Amanda Seyfried stars as the founder of a devotional Christian sect in this striking musical drama by Mona Fastvold (The Brutalist).

Set in 1700s England and America, Seyfried stars as the Shakers' irrepressible leader, who preached gender and social equality and was revered by her followers.

The film follows Ann through her life, from a clever child, to a faith-driven wife and mother, and traces the trials and crossroads that lead her to become a religious figure that would go down in history.

A gut-wrenching musical that chronicles the rise of the Shaker movement across the Atlantic, The Testament of Ann Lee uses phenomenal (almost theatrical) movement and music, to tell an age-old story of devotion and morality. The score melts a blend of traditional Shaker hymns and original compositions. 

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Consent consideration: this film contains scenes of complications during childbirth, and the death of children that viewers may find upsetting. Please check the BBFC for more details.

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Film information
  • Release year   2026
  • Country of origin   UK, USA
  • Director   Mona Fastvold
  • Runtime   2hrs 10mins

Cinema 3

Location
Barbican Cinema 2 & 3 are located on Beech Street, a short walk from the Barbican’s Silk Street entrance. From Silk Street, you’ll see a zebra crossing that will take you across the road to the venue. 

Address
Beech Street
London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
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