Reposar

In a secluded village nestled in the Andes, a reclusive artist named Mateo grapples with a creative block and unsettling visions after his estranged wife's disappearance. As the villagers grow suspicious of his erratic behavior, Mateo must unravel the truth behind her vanishing, confronting his own past and the secrets hidden within the ancient landscape. The film blurs the lines between reality, memory, and hallucination as Mateo descends into a mesmerizing, yet perilous, quest for answers.

Reposar received a mixed but generally positive reception, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and strong central performance, while some found its narrative pacing uneven. Audience reactions were divided, with many appreciating its artistic ambition and haunting mood, while others were put off by its ambiguous nature and slow burn.

• Praised for its stunning cinematography and unsettling atmosphere.

• Lauded for a powerful, albeit subtle, lead performance.

• Criticized by some for its deliberate pacing and convoluted plot.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's artistic direction and emotional depth, often highlighting its unique visual style and the compelling mystery at its core. However, some viewers found the plot to be too abstract or difficult to follow, and a segment of the audience expressed a desire for a more conclusive ending.

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Latin American Film Festival.

The remote village used for filming was chosen for its authentic, untouched aesthetic and was reportedly inhabited by only a few dozen families at the time of production.