What is The Fortress?
The Fortress is a film first released in 1979. Catalogued under Science Fiction.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1979
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 122 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 1, 1979
- Studios
- Mafilm, Budapest Filmstúdió
- Genres
- Science Fiction
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The Fortress is a film first released in 1979. Catalogued under Science Fiction. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A high‑stakes war game for the rich spirals into deadly reality.”
- Innovative premise of a luxury war simulation turning lethal
- Atmospheric WWII‑style combat in a sci‑fi setting
- Selected for the 11th Moscow International Film Festival
- At over two hours, the pacing can feel slow
Watch it if you enjoy tense sci‑fi thrillers that blur game and reality.
The film’s intense war simulation and realistic combat make it appropriate for mature viewers.
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What is the central concept of the film?
It follows a World War II‑style war game where wealthy participants face skilled mercenaries, which becomes dangerously real.
When was The Fortress released?
The film was released in 1979.
What genre does The Fortress belong to?
It is a science‑fiction film.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately two hours and two minutes.
Did the film receive any festival recognition?
Yes, it was entered into the 11th Moscow International Film Festival.