The Tower

The Tower centers on the residents of a city apartment building who discover their home is completely surrounded by a thick, dark fog. This mysterious substance blocks all exits and consumes anyone who attempts to cross it. As the trapped inhabitants struggle to maintain order and survive, they gradually abandon civility and give in to their most basic instincts.

This French production was written and directed by Guillaume Nicloux. In the timeline of his work, it follows The Baby and precedes Being Blanche Houellebecq. The film features a cast of 42 credited actors, including Angèle Mac, Hatik, Ahmed Abdel Laoui, Jules Houplain, Bruni Makaya, and Jules Dhios Francisco.

Released in 2023, the movie has a runtime of 90 minutes and blends elements of drama, fantasy, and horror. Audience reception has been lukewarm, as reflected in the ratings. It holds a 4.7/10 on IMDb based on 1,200 votes and a 4.8/10 on TMDB from 140 votes.