Fortress (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 2019, Fortress is a drama film directed by Ludovica Andò, running about 72 minutes.
What it’s about. Filmed entirely inside Civitavecchia prison, with the inmates themselves as protagonists and co-authors, Fortezza is the reinterpretation of one of the most important novels of the 1900s: The Tartar Steppe by Dino Buzzati. Three soldiers arrive at a solitary military garrison which no longer serves any defensive function. Here, time is at a standstill and is marked by strict regulations, power dynamics, engrained idleness and habit. Waiting in vain for an enemy that will not arrive, the military officers are consumed by the need to give their stay meaning, and resist the attraction that this place holds for them.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Fortress has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fortress page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fortress tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fortress (2019)?
- In US, Fortress is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Fortress worth watching?
- Fortress holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Fortress released?
- Fortress was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.