In the Quarry

Four young people meet at an abandoned quarry in Uruguay to spend what is supposed to be a relaxed summer day. But beneath the surface, old conflicts and tensions are simmering—especially jealousy, unspoken feelings, and power struggles. As the day progresses, the situation escalates: what begins as playful teasing and underlying conflicts develops into a menacing dynamic that eventually turns violent. “Homo homini lupus.” This psychological thriller by brothers Bernardo and Rafael Antonaccio, who co-directed and wrote the screenplay, shows how quickly a seemingly harmless situation in a beautiful setting can turn sour. Toxic relationships, gender roles, and hidden aggression become visible—and palpable. “A bitter thriller whose direction and quartet of actors excel at bringing out the simmering emotions while slowly but relentlessly ratcheting up the tension.” (Lexikon des Internationalen Films)