Tenement 1985
“A bloodbath in the Bronx!”
What is Tenement?
Tenement is a film first released in 1985. Catalogued under Action, Thriller, Crime, Horror.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1985
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 94 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 20, 1985
- Studios
- Laurel Films
- Genres
- Action, Thriller, Crime, Horror
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Overview
Tenement is a film first released in 1985. Catalogued under Action, Thriller, Crime, Horror. Produced and broadcast by Laurel Films. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“Violent thugs unleash terror on a Bronx apartment building.”
- Intense street‑level action
- Atmospheric South Bronx setting
- Hard‑hitting crime thriller
- NC‑17 rating limits audience
- Mixed reception with a 60% rating on CSFD
Watch it if you appreciate raw, unflinching portrayals of urban crime.
The film contains graphic violence and mature themes, making it unsuitable for younger viewers.
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What is the basic premise of Tenement?
The film follows a drug‑dealing gang of violent street thugs who terrorize the tenants of a South Bronx apartment building.
When was Tenement released?
Tenement was released in the United States on September 20, 1985.
What rating does Tenement have?
The movie carries an NC‑17 rating.
How long is the film?
Its runtime is approximately 1 hour and 34 minutes.
What genres describe Tenement?
It is classified as an action, thriller, crime, and horror film.