Directed by Mona FastvoldCertificate 15130 minutesReleased 27 February and on Disney+ from 13 May Few films accurately chronicle a specific, historical Christian sect, fewer still do so as a musical. I knew virtually nothing about the Shakers, before seeing The Testament of Ann Lee, which is based on a true story. | found much to admire […]
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