Contagion 2011
“Nothing spreads like fear.”
What is Contagion?
"Contagion" is a film that depicts a global health crisis. The movie centers around a rapidly spreading airborne virus that causes severe illness and death.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2011
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 106 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 8, 2011
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America, United Arab Emirates
- Studios
- Participant, Image Nation Abu Dhabi, Double Feature Films
- Budget
- $60,000,000
- Revenue
- $137,551,594
- Genres
- Drama, Thriller, Science Fiction
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Overview
"Contagion" is a film that depicts a global health crisis. The movie centers around a rapidly spreading airborne virus that causes severe illness and death. The virus is highly contagious and lethal, resulting in a high mortality rate. As the virus spreads, the medical community worldwide responds by attempting to find a cure and control the outbreak. The film highlights the challenges of containing a pandemic and the efforts of healthcare professionals to mitigate its effects. The international response to the crisis is also a focus of the movie. The film portrays the chaos and panic that ensue as the virus spreads, as well as the scientific and medical efforts to understand and combat the disease. The movie's portrayal of a global health crisis serves as a commentary on the challenges of responding to such a situation. The film's depiction of the medical community's response to the outbreak is a key aspect of its narrative.
Should you watch it?
“A lethal airborne virus sparks a global race for a cure and containment.”
- Features an ensemble cast
- Directed by Steven Soderbergh
- Deals with a lethal epidemic theme
Watch it if you enjoy medical thrillers about global epidemics.
The film deals with a lethal virus and panic.
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Frequently asked questions
When was the film released?
The film was released in 2011.
Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Steven Soderbergh.
What genres is the film classified under?
It is classified as a drama, thriller, and science fiction film.
Who are some members of the cast?
The ensemble cast includes Matt Damon, Laurence Fishburne, and Jude Law.
What is the plot about?
An epidemic of a lethal airborne virus grows rapidly while the medical community races to find a cure and control the panic.