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The Testament of Ann Lee Nears Theaters With Seyfried Performance Clip and Soundtrack Reveal

The film merges choreography with reworked Shaker hymns through an immersive soundscape.

Overview

  • Searchlight opens the film in select theaters on December 25 with a broader U.S. rollout in January 2026, including select 70mm presentations.
  • A newly released clip features Amanda Seyfried performing the adapted Shaker hymn “Hunger & Thirst,” previewing the production’s movement-led musical style.
  • Composer Daniel Blumberg detailed a soundtrack built from ten traditional hymns, three original songs and score, with “Clothed by the Sun” already out and the full album due January 16.
  • Director Mona Fastvold describes a design with no separation between music, choreography and sound, developed with choreographer Celia Rowlson-Hall and captured with both live and studio vocals.
  • A fresh SlashFilm review praises the movie and Seyfried’s performance, calling the work a distinctive entry among this year’s releases.