The Plague
La peste
1992 · 2h 28m · Action, Drama · Argentina, France
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.
Directed by
Luis PuenzoBased on the novel by
Albert Camus6.0Smart score
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