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The Shakers: Hands to Work, Hearts to God
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The Shakers: Hands to Work, Hearts to God

1984 · 60 min Documentary
6.8 / 10 · TMDB

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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The Shakers: Hands to Work, Hearts to God has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.8/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1984. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

— MovieFinder Editorial

🎭 Cast

David McCullough

David McCullough

Narrator (voice)

Paul Roebling

Paul Roebling

(voice)

Julie Harris

Julie Harris

(voice)

Olga Bellin

Olga Bellin

(voice)

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Wendy Tilghman

(voice)

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I. Tucker Burr

(voice)

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Steven Pudenz

(voice)

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Jesse Carr

(voice)

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