Fortress (1992) movie poster

Fortress (1992)

"In the year 2017, one corporation is building a fortress for the ultimate takeover... your mind."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 85%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 43% (RT: 38%, MC: 48) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Runtime
1h 35m
Country
Australia, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.0/10 (716 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
38%
Metacritic
48
Cast
Christopher Lambert as John Henry Brennick
Kurtwood Smith as Prison Director Poe
Loryn Locklin as Karen B. Brennick
Clifton Collins Jr. as Niรฑo Gomez
Jeffrey Combs as D-Day
Tom Towles as Stiggs
Vernon Wells as Maddox
Yes. 85% of real audiences liked it based on 716 votes. Critics scored it lower at 43%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
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. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • The initial cut of Fortress was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

Fortress is a 1992 action, thriller, science fiction film directed by Stuart Gordon. 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.

The film has been rated by 716 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a action film, Fortress delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Fortress (1992) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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