Fortress
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.
Release Year
1992
Runtime
95 min
Audience Score
6.1
Genres
Action, Thriller, Science Fiction
Story Snapshot
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.
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Fortress is a intense pick with high complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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