Collective

Collective

Year: 2020

Runtime: 109 min

Language: Romanian

Director: Alexander Nanau

Echo Score: 83
Documentary

Following a deadly nightclub fire in Bucharest, a team of investigative journalists begins to unravel a disturbing series of events. Their pursuit leads them to question the circumstances surrounding the deaths of patients given faulty medication, and ultimately, implicates a health minister’s abrupt resignation. Through meticulous reporting, they expose a complex network of corruption and reveal the vital role of a free press in holding those in power accountable.

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1

Band Performance

On October 30, 2015, the metal band Goodbye to Gravity takes the stage at Colectiv, a popular club in Bucharest, Romania. The atmosphere is charged with excitement as fans eagerly anticipate the show, unaware of the impending tragedy.

October 30, 2015 Colectiv, Bucharest
2

Catastrophic Fire Erupts

A catastrophic fire breaks out at Colectiv during the band's performance, sparked by pyrotechnics. The blaze results in the immediate deaths of 27 individuals, while 180 others suffer severe injuries in the chaos that ensues.

Colectiv, Bucharest
3

Aftermath of the Fire

In the months following the fire, 37 additional victims succumb to their injuries, highlighting the failures of the healthcare system. The inadequate medical response and lack of proper facilities raise serious concerns about public health safety.

4

Journalists Investigate

In the wake of the disaster, a group of dedicated journalists begins to delve into the mismanagement of the healthcare system. They receive disturbing tips that lead them to investigate the efficacy of disinfectants used at hospitals.

5

Disinfectant Scandal Exposed

The journalists' investigation uncovers that the disinfectants used in hospitals are diluted, leading to infections and further deaths. Their report implicates Hexi Pharma, the supplier, which falsified documentation about its products.

6

Health Minister's Response

In response to the revelations, the Minister of Health, Patriciu Achimaș-Cadariu, orders an investigation into the scandal. During a television interview, journalist Cătălin Tolontan confronts the minister about the disinfectant's supposed effectiveness, only to be dismissed.

7

Government Inaction

Despite mounting evidence of negligence, it is revealed that intelligence services were aware of fatal bacterial infections yet failed to act. This information galvanizes public outrage, prompting mass protests against the government.

8

Health Minister Resigns

Following widespread protests and pressure from the public, the Health Minister resigns amid calls for accountability. Meanwhile, an investigation is launched against Dan Condrea, the CEO of Hexi Pharma.

9

Hexi Pharma Test Results

A press conference reveals that tests conducted on Hexi Pharma's products confirmed they were all diluted. When pressed by Tolontan about previous claims of effectiveness, the Ministry of Health abruptly refuses to comment.

10

Dan Condrea's Death

In a tragic turn of events, Dan Condrea dies in a car accident shortly after the scandal surfaces. His untimely death raises questions about the circumstances surrounding the unfolding crisis and adds tension to the narrative.

11

Shocking Hospital Conditions

The Gazette receives a disturbing video depicting a patient with maggots in their wound, illustrating the dire conditions in hospitals. A frustrated doctor recounts the persistence of medical negligence despite governmental overhauls in late 2015.

12

New Health Minister Takes Charge

Vlad Voiculescu is appointed as the new Minister of Health and meets with the doctor to discuss the severe treatment patients endure. He learns about widespread bribery among hospital staff and management, indicating deep-rooted corruption.

13

Confronting Corruption

Voiculescu discovers extensive corruption permeating every public hospital, complicating his efforts to enact reform. He realizes that addressing this issue may require drastic measures, including potentially firing numerous corrupt officials.

14

Backlash from Mayor Firea

After Voiculescu reallocates funds from a lung transplant unit, he faces backlash from Mayor Gabriela Firea. She accuses him of mismanaging taxpayer resources while attempting to improve hospital conditions.

15

Election Day Dangers

On election day, the Social Democrats secure a majority in the polls. At The Gazette, concerns rise as Tolontan's colleagues receive warnings about threats to their safety, indicating the increasingly perilous climate for investigative journalists.

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