Ascension
2021•1h 37m•6.9•Released
Documentary
The film 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.
Director
Jessica Kingdon
Languages
Mandarin, English, Norwegian
Studio
XTR
Production
Company
XTR
Company
Field of Vision
Company
Mouth Numbing Spicy Crab
Company
The Gotham Film & Media Institute
Company
Chicken & Egg Films
Company
Cinereach
Company
Firelight Media
Company
Sundance Institute
Company
San Francisco Film Society
Company
Visit Films
Company
MTV Documentary Films
Producer
Kira Simon-Kennedy
Producer
Nathan Truesdell
Producer
Jessica Kingdon
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