Amanda Seyfried Is Back in a Movie Musical — And She’s Never Been Better

Her latest role is being called the most powerful performance of her career

Why “The Testament of Ann Lee” Is a Career-Defining Moment

Seyfried steps into the role of a visionary leader centuries ahead of her time.

Founder of the Shakers, Lee is often described as America’s first feminist.

The role required total physical, emotional, and spiritual commitment.

Ann Lee sings out of necessity, worship, and raw emotional need.

Seyfried abandoned perfection, embracing instinct and unfiltered expression.

Shaker worship becomes physical storytelling through bold choreography.

The film confronts childbirth, grief, and devastating personal sacrifice head-on

As a mother, Seyfried carefully balanced emotional distance with authenticity

As a mother, Seyfried carefully balanced emotional distance with authenticity