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The Fortress

2017·Movie
2h 20min·NR
65
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High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Tense and thrilling

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Spectacle7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy6
  • Catharsis6
  • Nostalgia6

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Dark Humor2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

History, politics, and war

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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The fate of the nation is in their hands

Ancient Korea, 17th century. The powerful Khan of the Jurchen tribe of Manchuria, who fights the Ming dinasty to gain China, becomes the first ruler of the Qing dinasty and demands from King In-jo of Joseon to bow before him; but he refuses, being loyal to the Mings. On December 14th, 1636, the Qing horde invades Joseon, so King In-jo and his court shelter in the mountain fortress of Namhan and prepare to defend the kingdom.
Korean HistoryPolitical IntrigueWarfareSiege17th CenturyRoyal CourtLoyalty and DutyCharacter-DrivenDramatic

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Fortress legally?

The Fortress is included with a subscription to Netflix in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Fortress worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.8 and Rotten Tomatoes 63%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Fortress rated?

NRViolence

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is The Fortress?

2 h 20 min

The Fortress runs 2 h 20 min.

Is The Fortress based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Fortress?

Critics63
Audiences67

Yes. Critics average 63 and audiences 67 out of 100, so both groups see The Fortress much the same way.

What language is The Fortress in?

Korean

It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch The Fortress?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Fortress in 94 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.