The Ascending Path
Originally released in 1950. The Ascending Path is a documentary film. directed by Andrew Thorndike. At just 81 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Harry Hindemith
Synopsis
The economic and cultural improvements of the Soviet Occupied Sector are documented with scenes from the years 1945 to 1950. The film deals with the land reform, the founding of the Socialist Unity Party, the expropriation of war criminals, the founding of the GDR and the first Five Year Plan in July 1950. Special attention is dedicated to the setup of the steel industry. All this is shown in contrast to the new Federal Republic of Germany, where unemployment, slums and the West Berlin airlift prevail. The Cold War of those years is reflected in the film as well as a part of the development of post-war Germany.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 5, 1950
75 years ago
Runtime
1h 21m
81 minutes total
Language
German
Original language
Country
East Germany
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- DEFA-Studio für Dokumentarfilme
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Ascending Path about?
The economic and cultural improvements of the Soviet Occupied Sector are documented with scenes from the years 1945 to 1950. The film deals with the land reform, the founding of the Socialist Unity...
Who directed The Ascending Path?
The Ascending Path was directed by Andrew Thorndike.
How long is The Ascending Path?
The Ascending Path has a runtime of 1 hours and 21 minutes (81 minutes total).
When was The Ascending Path released?
The Ascending Path was released on October 5, 1950 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Ascending Path?
The main cast of The Ascending Path includes Harry Hindemith.