The Plague (1992)

The Plague (1992) poster

In a city in South America an outbreak of bubonic plague occurs. While people try to flee and the military close the city, an idealistic doctor decides to stay and help the sick. In the ever-changing circumstances, he puts up a brave fight, being helped by others but also involving them without being able to control the situation.

Director: Luis Puenzo
Genre: Action, Drama
Runtime: 148 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Vangelis
Cinematography: Félix "Chango" Monti
Editing: Juan Carlos Macías
Production: Compagnie Française Cinématographique (CFC), The Pepper-Prince Ltd., Oscar Kramer S.A., Cinemania Films Group, Canal+
Country: Argentina, France, United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: es

Themes

Medical Drama and Hospital

Keywords

outbreak, doctor, disease, south america, plague

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Plague about?
In a city in South America an outbreak of bubonic plague occurs. While people try to flee and the military close the city, an idealistic doctor decides to stay and help the sick. In the ever-changing circumstances, he puts up a brave fight, being helped by others but also involving them without being able to control the situation.
Who directed The Plague?
The Plague was directed by Luis Puenzo.
Who stars in The Plague?
The Plague stars William Hurt, Robert Duvall, Raúl Juliá, Sandrine Bonnaire, Jean-Marc Barr, Victoria Tennant.
How long is The Plague?
The Plague has a runtime of 2h 28m (148 minutes).
What genre is The Plague?
The Plague is a Action, Drama film.
Where was The Plague produced?
The Plague was produced in Argentina, France, United Kingdom.
What are the themes of The Plague?
The themes of The Plague include: Medical Drama and Hospital.