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Ascent

October 8, 2016 1h 20m 5.4/10 (5 votes)

Originally released in 2016. Ascent is a drama film. directed by Fiona Tan. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Hiroki Hasegawa and Fiona Tan

Synopsis

Through a grey blanket of clouds, we barely discern the contours of Mount Fuji, a volcano with many faces. 4,500 exceptional and diverse photographs from the past 150 years form the basis for Ascent. Made entirely with stills, it is a filmic experiment balancing between documentary and fiction, photography and film, where an English woman and her deceased Japanese partner, Hiroshi, lead the way. As Mount Fuji is climbed across geographical, temporal and cultural divides, the narrative unfolds, exploring unexpected paths.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 8, 2016 9 years ago
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Runtime 1h 20m 80 minutes total
User Rating 5.4/10 Mixed (5 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country Japan + 1 more

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Antithesis Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ascent about?

Through a grey blanket of clouds, we barely discern the contours of Mount Fuji, a volcano with many faces. 4,500 exceptional and diverse photographs from the past 150 years form the basis for Ascen...

Who directed Ascent?

Ascent was directed by Fiona Tan.

How long is Ascent?

Ascent has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).

When was Ascent released?

Ascent was released on October 8, 2016 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Ascent?

The main cast of Ascent includes Hiroki Hasegawa, Fiona Tan.