Fortress
"Documentary film about a country that doesn't exist"
Originally released in 2013. Fortress is a documentary film. directed by Klára Tasovská. At just 70 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
This Czech documentary presents a visit to the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic (a.k.a. Trans-Dniestr) as a trip to a museum of communist totalitarianism. The country, whose independence has been recognized by only a few other states, remains an isolated multi-ethnic enclave held together by an authoritarian regime. In a country where you are only allowed to film out the window of a train, the locals are afraid of being denounced but are glad to live in a comfortable refuge from the hectic modern world, and songs on television celebrate the president.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 21, 2013
12 years ago
Runtime
1h 10m
70 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
CS
Original language
Country
Czech Republic
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CS
Production Companies
- Nutprodukce
- FAMU
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fortress about?
This Czech documentary presents a visit to the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic (a.k.a. Trans-Dniestr) as a trip to a museum of communist totalitarianism. The country, whose independence has been ...
Who directed Fortress?
Fortress was directed by Klára Tasovská.
How long is Fortress?
Fortress has a runtime of 1 hours and 10 minutes (70 minutes total).
When was Fortress released?
Fortress was released on January 21, 2013 in theaters.