Hulu's 'Handmaid's Tale' spinoff 'The Testaments' is about girlhood in Gilead

“The Testaments,” a spinoff of “The Handmaid's Tale,” debuts Wednesday, continuing the story of Gilead. The Hulu spinoff is based on Margaret Atwood's novel and follows privileged girls on the brink of adulthood, five years after the original series. Aunt Lydia, played by Ann Dowd, now runs a school for young ladies. The story introduces new characters played by Chase Infiniti and Lucy Halliday, exploring themes of oppression and resistance. Creator Bruce Miller highlights the focus on young women and their interactions. The series aims to inspire viewers to act against oppression, echoing the impact of “The Handmaid's Tale.”

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