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The Ascent

5.00

Fair

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description The Ascent Overview

The Ascent is a 1977 Soviet drama produced by Mosfilm and directed by Larisa Shepitko. Based on Vasil Bykaŭ’s 1970 novel, the film depicts a challenging expedition undertaken in January 1974 near Murom, Russia, under difficult winter conditions. It was shot in black-and-white as part of a screenplay co-written by Shepitko and Yuri Klepikov.

info The Ascent Specifications

Country	Soviet Union
Year	1977

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What is The Ascent?

The Ascent is a 1977 Soviet drama produced by Mosfilm and directed by Larisa Shepitko. Based on Vasil Bykaŭ’s 1970 novel, the film depicts a challenging expedition undertaken in January 1974 near Murom, Russia, under difficult winter conditions. It was shot in black-and-white as part of a screenplay co-written by Shepitko and Yuri Klepikov.

How good is The Ascent?

The Ascent scores 5.00/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the War Movie category.

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