Ascend (2023)

Forced to flee the Taliban, Afghan women find a home in climbing

Ascend (2023) poster

Mina Bakhshi, Haniya Tavasoli and Rabia Hussain had a fair amount of latitude for women in Afghanistan, able to pursue their education, go to work, and explore hobbies and interests. Joining Ascend, a nonprofit organization teaching leadership and rock climbing to women, gave them the chance to test their personal and cultural limits and explore the mountains of their home country. But when the Taliban took over in August 2021, Ascend became their one chance to escape a regime that would restrict their freedoms and future.

Director: Kathryn Francis, Campbell Brewer
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 20 min
Release Date:
Production: Patagonia
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

afghanistan, female empowerment, rock climbing

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ascend about?
Mina Bakhshi, Haniya Tavasoli and Rabia Hussain had a fair amount of latitude for women in Afghanistan, able to pursue their education, go to work, and explore hobbies and interests. Joining Ascend, a nonprofit organization teaching leadership and rock climbing to women, gave them the chance to test their personal and cultural limits and explore the mountains of their home country. But when the Taliban took over in August 2021, Ascend became their one chance to escape a regime that would restrict their freedoms and future.
Who directed Ascend?
Ascend was directed by Kathryn Francis, Campbell Brewer.
How long is Ascend?
Ascend has a runtime of 20m (20 minutes).
What genre is Ascend?
Ascend is a Documentary film.
Where was Ascend produced?
Ascend was produced in United States of America.