Review · Chad Heritage · Jun 18, 2026
THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE
The film
Ann Lee, the founding leader of the Shaker Movement, is proclaimed as the female Christ by her followers. This film depicts her establishment of a utopian society and the Shakers’ worship through song and dance, based on real events.
Certainly not gonna be for everyone, but I was surprised how interesting this was. The singing and theatrics of the Shakers can seem silly, but it’s oddly soothing. Fascinating life of Ann Lee as well. There’s only 3 Shakers left in the United States in 2026.
On Hulu.
