Several people go missing at an ultra-modern, corporate high-rise. We're shown right from the jump that a super-computer is behind it all. Apparently, it's found a way to use humans as a power source, becoming a sort of electronic vampire.
THE TOWER is a shot-on-video-tape, made-for-TV horror film that looks a lot like an old episode of GENERAL HOSPITAL. The acting and dialogue range from semi-wooden to cadaverous.
The cheeeze level is extremely high, adding to the overall mirth. Check out that technology! The '80's graphics are a real hoot! The buzzy synth score seals the deal!
It does lose points for its dullness factor, which is through the stratosphere. At an hour and 42 minutes it feels eternal. It's also very talky, even though no one ever says anything interesting.
MOST ABSURD SCENES: #1- The crawling phone! #2- The world's most boring strip club! #3- The imbeciles stuck in the stairway forever, like some soul-deadening purgatory! #4- The woman who gets "lost" and "freaks out" in the clothing store! #5- The couple who wander around what seems like the entire building, plus a few other buildings! Talking about nothing!
So, as long as you don't go into this expecting anything thrilling, suspenseful, or entertaining, it might not cause too much brain shrinkage...
