

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
Writers
Robert Katz, Luis Puenzo
Release Date
August 26, 1992
Runtime
2h 28m
Status
Released
Original Language
es
Vote Count
28
Compagnie Française Cinématographique (CFC)
The Pepper-Prince Ltd.
Oscar Kramer
Cinemania Films Group
