Mona Fastvold’s “The Testament of Ann Lee,” a historical drama starring Amanda Seyfried as the 18th-century religious leader who founded the Shakers, will compete in the musical or comedy categories at the upcoming Golden Globe Awards, Variety has learned exclusively.
“The Testament of Ann Lee” has been hailed by critics and festivalgoers as Fastvold’s most ambitious work to date — a sweeping, musically infused portrait of faith, isolation and female empowerment. In addition to Seyfried, the ensemble cast includes Lewis Pullman, Thomasin McKenzie, Stacy Martin, Christopher Abbott and Tim Blake Nelson. The film’s tonal fusion of music, spirituality and emotional irony led the filmmakers, in collaboration with awards strategists, to position it in the Globes’ musical or comedy field — a thoughtful choice intended to highlight its unconventional musical sequences and themes.
Fastvold and her co-writer and co-producer Brady Corbet…
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