Overview
The film covers the heroic defence of the Brest Fortress, which was attacked during the first strike of German invaders on June 22 1941. The story describes the events of the first days of the defence, including the three main resistance zones, headed by the regiment commander, Pyotr Mikhailovich Gavrilov, the commissar Efim Moiseevich Fomin and the head of the 9th frontier outpost, Andrey Mitrofanovich Kizhevatov. Many years later veteran Alexander Akimov again recalls the memories of the time, when he, then a 15 year old Sasha Akimov was deeply in love with the beautiful Anya and suddenly found himself in the middle of the bloody events of war.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Fortress of War?
Fortress of War was directed by Alexander Kott.
What was the budget and revenue for Fortress of War?
The official budget was $8,500,000 and the movie went on to gross $4,404,729 worldwide.
Where was Fortress of War produced?
It was produced by companies including TRO, Central Partnership, Belarusfilm in Belarus, Russia.
Fortress of War Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Fortress of War wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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