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Ascension

Ascension

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📜 Overview: 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.
🌏 Languages Available: Mandarin , English , Norwegian , Swedish
📆 Date Released: 2021-10-08
⌚ Running Time: 97 mins
⭐ Vote Average: 6.813

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