The Ascent of Money(2008)
The Ascent of Money 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.
The Ascent of Money (2008) is a history and documentary film directed by Adrian Pennink, released on November 17, 2008 with a runtime of 2h. It stars Niall Ferguson. Viewers rate it 7.7 out of 10 across 12 ratings.
- Director:
- Adrian Pennink
- Production:
- BBC
- Status:
- Released
The Ascent of Money Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Adrian Pennink.
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The Ascent of Money Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.7/10 from 12 ratings.
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The Ascent of Money – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in The Ascent of Money?
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The main cast of The Ascent of Money (2008) includes Niall Ferguson. The film was directed by Adrian Pennink. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Ascent of Money released?
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The Ascent of Money was released on November 17, 2008 and runs for 2h.
Is The Ascent of Money worth watching?
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The Ascent of Money (2008) holds an average rating of 7.7 out of 10 from 12 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy history and documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.