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Fortress
1992·Movie
Fortress fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Pulse-pounding and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline9
- Tension8
- Fast Pace8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness5
- Catharsis5
- Family Dynamics5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Physical Comedy3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
The future, technology, and crime
- World Immersion7
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
- Cinematography6
Energy
HighPulse-pounding and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Fortress is pulse-pounding, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline9High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumThe future, technology, and crime
Its world is built around the future, technology, and crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
In the year 2017, one corporation is building a fortress for the ultimate takeover... your mind.
In the future, the inmates of a private underground prison are computer-controlled with cameras, dream readers, and devices that can cause pain or death. John and his illegally pregnant wife Karen are locked inside "The Fortress" but are determined to escape before the birth of their baby.
Dystopian Sci-FiUnderground PrisonHigh-Tech ControlSurvival and EscapeAction and TensionTechnological OppressionPregnancy Under DuressFight for FreedomFuturistic Nightmare
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Questions about Fortress
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Fortress worth watching?
48
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49/100 (IMDb 5.9, Rotten Tomatoes 38%, and Metacritic 48). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Fortress rated?
RViolence
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Fortress?
1 h 35 min
Fortress runs 1 h 35 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Fortress?
Critics43
Audiences52
Not quite. Audiences rate Fortress higher (52) than critics (43). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Fortress a box office hit?
Budget$8 million
Box office$7 million
No. It cost about $8 million to make and earned $7 million worldwide, 84% of its budget.
What language is Fortress in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Australia, United States.
In how many countries can I watch Fortress?
5
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