DocumentaryHD1h 0m1984enReleased

The Shakers: Hands to Work, Hearts to God

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Overview

They called themselves the United Society of Believers in Christ's Second Appearing, but because of their ecstatic dancing, the world called them Shakers. Ken Burns creates a moving portrait of this particularly American movement, and in the process, offers us a new and unusually moving way to understand the Shakers.

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Who directed The Shakers: Hands to Work, Hearts to God?

The Shakers: Hands to Work, Hearts to God was directed by Ken BurnsAmy Stechler.

Where was The Shakers: Hands to Work, Hearts to God produced?

It was produced by companies including Florentine Films, The TV Lab at WNET/13 in United States of America.

The Shakers: Hands to Work, Hearts to God Ending Explained & Trivia

The ending of The Shakers: Hands to Work, Hearts to God wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.

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Production

Florentine Films
Florentine Films
The TV Lab at WNET/13
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