Overview
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.
Production
Compagnie Française Cinématographique (CFC) · The Pepper-Prince Ltd. · Oscar Kramer · Cinemania Films Group · Canal+
Cast & Characters
William Hurt
Doctor Bernard Rieux
Robert Duvall
Joseph Grand
Raúl Juliá
Cottard
Sandrine Bonnaire
Martine Rambert
Jean-Marc Barr
Jean Tarrou
Victoria Tennant
Alicia Rieux
Jorge Luz
Old Man with the cats
Atilio Veronelli
Dr. Horacio
Francisco Cocuzza
Miguel
Laura Palmucci
Miguel's Wife
Norman Erlich
Dr. Castel
Marcos Woinsky
Doctor Grunewald
Directors & Crew
Luis Puenzo
Director
Robert Katz
Screenplay
Cyril de Rouvre
Producer
Luis Puenzo
Screenplay
John R. Pepper
Producer
Óscar Kramer
Producer
Screenshots & Stills
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