In 'The Testament of Ann Lee,' Budapest Doubles as the Birthplace of Shakerism
Filmmakers recreated Shaker communities in Budapest and other locations, balancing musical elements with historical detail to evoke Shaker aesthetics and narrative scope.
A colorized, enhanced 1897 film by Alexandre Promio shows Jerusalem's Jaffa Gate; the original was black-and-white and silent, later digitally colorized and sound-enhanced.
Fact check: 1897 Jerusalem video sparks online debate DW 08/28/2025
Colorized, enhanced footage of Jerusalem's Jaffa Gate from 1897 exists: the original black-and-white film by Alexandre Promio has been digitally altered, prompting authenticity questions.