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Ascension
2021
Directed by
Jessica Kingdon
97 min
The absorbingly cinematic Ascension explores the pursuit of the “Chinese Dream.” Driven by mesmerizing—and sometimes humorous—imagery, this observational documentary presents a contemporary vision of China that prioritizes productivity and innovation above all.
Ratings
3.5
Cast
Details
Release Date
2021-10-08
Runtime
97 min
Original Language
English
Languages
Norwegian
Swedish
English
Mandarin
Production Companies
XTR
Field of Vision
Mouth Numbing Spicy Crab
The Gotham Film & Media Institute
Chicken & Egg Films
Cinereach
Firelight Media
Sundance Institute
San Francisco Film Society
Visit Films
MTV Documentary Films
Countries
United States of America
Genres
Documentary