The English Surgeon

"The English Surgeon" is a powerful documentary that follows the story of Henry Marsh, a British neurosurgeon working in a Ukrainian hospital. With the help of his Ukrainian colleague, Igor Petrovich Kurilets, Marsh faces the overwhelming challenge of saving lives in a hospital with makeshift equipment and a outdated medical system. The film takes the viewer on an emotional journey, as Marsh and Kurilets struggle to overcome the obstacles they face, all while trying to make moral and ethical decisions in the best interest of their patients. Through the lens of Marsh's work, the documentary sheds light on the dire need for proper medical equipment and care in Ukraine, and the impact it has on patients' lives. With a soundtrack composed by Nick Cave and Warren Ellis, "The English Surgeon" is a poignant and thought-provoking film that will leave viewers moved and inspired.

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The English Surgeon was released in theaters on July 24, 2009.