The Money Masters
1996
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The Ascent of Money
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2.4/10
Limited
2008
Director
Adrian Pennink
Runtime
120 minutes
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The Ascent of Money is a specialized academic documentary that emphasizes the mechanics of capitalism over individual identity. It successfully deconstructs the historical foundations of money and the religious roots of finance, providing a nuanced view of systemic power. However, the film remains limited by its narrow focus on male experts and institutional milestones, overlooking the lived experiences of underrepresented groups. The lack of LGBTQ+ and disability representation results in a traditionalist portrayal of economic history.
Category Breakdown
Does The Ascent of Money have LGBTQ+ representation?
The documentary does not feature any LGBTQ+ characters or stories about non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities.
How does The Ascent of Money portray gender?
The film focuses heavily on male-dominated historical events and male financial experts. It does not specifically address the impact of financial systems on women.
How racially and ethnically diverse is The Ascent of Money?
The film includes moderate racial diversity by examining the financial histories of various civilizations. It recognizes the connection between global capital accumulation and colonial expansion.
How does The Ascent of Money represent religion and culture?
The documentary explores the historical conflict between religious morality and the practical needs of capital. It looks at how colonial structures contributed to modern banking.
Does The Ascent of Money include disability representation?
There is no visible or mentioned representation of neurodivergence or physical disabilities in the economic history covered.
Present on Screen
- Offers a nuanced look at how religious morality and colonial expansion shaped global financial systems.
- Focuses on the systemic structures that influence global wealth distribution rather than individual merit.
Limited or Absent
- Does not represent gender diversity, relying heavily on male experts and male-dominated historical events.
- Does not include any narratives or characters related to LGBTQ+ identities or individuals with disabilities.
Official Synopsis
British historian and author Niall Ferguson explains how big money works today as well as the causes of and solutions to economic catastrophes in this extended version The Ascent of Money documentary. Through interviews with top experts, such as former Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker and American currency speculator George Soros, the intricate world of finance, including global commerce, banking and lending, is examined thoroughly.
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