A bold musical tells true story of Ann Lee (“the female Christ”), founder of the Shaker movement.
Directed by Mona Fastvold (co-writer of The Brutalist) and shot on 70mm, the film follows Ann Lee from poverty-stricken childhood in 18th century Manchester to her defiant espousal of celibacy and piety. Joining a religious group known as the Shakers who express themselves through song and dance, “Mother Ann” leads them to the US to build a utopian community. Amanda Seyfried anchors the ensemble cast, bringing Ann, an advocate for equality and human rights in advance of her time, vividly to life.
“a wild, wonderful tribute to one hell of a woman and Seyfried is the glowing flame at its heart.” London Evening Standard
DIRECTOR: Mona Fastvold
STARRING: Amanda Seyfried, Lewis Pullman, Thomasin McKenzie
UK/US, 2025
2 HOURS 17 MINUTES
ENGLISH
