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The Tower
A hi-tech computerized building is left on autopilot and decides it needs to eat its employees to maintain its power.
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Plot Summary
A group of tenants in a luxury high-rise apartment building are terrorized by a mysterious and malevolent force. As the body count rises, the residents realize they are trapped and must fight for survival against an unseen entity that seems to be picking them off one by one. paranoia and suspense build as they try to uncover the source of the horror before it's too late.
Critical Reception
The Tower, a made-for-television horror film, received a mixed reception upon its release. It is often criticized for its thin plot and reliance on jump scares, though some praised its atmospheric tension and the performances of its cast, particularly Frank Gorshin. The film is generally considered a forgettable entry in the genre from the mid-1980s.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its attempts at creating a suspenseful atmosphere within the confined setting.
Criticized for a predictable plot and a lack of originality in its horror elements.
Some noted the performances as a slight bright spot in an otherwise unremarkable film.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'The Tower' are scarce, but those available suggest a film that failed to leave a significant impression. Some viewers found it to be a competently made, albeit low-budget, thriller, while others considered it slow and uninspired.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a feature film, but was ultimately produced as a made-for-television movie.
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