Ascension

2021·Movie
1h 37min
69
GoodGoodWatch score

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Ascension fingerprint

Striking style, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Spectacle5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6
  • Wonder6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Dark Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, society, and class and money

  • Novelty8
  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Complexity7

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Visual Stylization7

Who it's for

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About

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.
Contemporary Chinese SocietySocial ObservationEconomic GrowthModernizationCultural DocumentaryWorkforceUrbanizationTechnological Advancement

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Ascension

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Where can I stream Ascension legally?

Ascension is included with a subscription to Paramount+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Ascension worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 7, Rotten Tomatoes 98%, and Metacritic 84). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Ascension?

1 h 37 min

Ascension runs 1 h 37 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Ascension?

Critics91
Audiences64

Not quite. Critics rate Ascension higher (91) than audiences (64). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Ascension in?

EnglishChineseNorwegianSwedish

It was made in English, with some Chinese, Norwegian, Swedish. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Ascension?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Ascension in 28 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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