REVIEW: Quicksand (2023)

Under the direction of Andres Beltran and penned by Matt Pitts, Quicksand immerses viewers in a compelling odyssey through the emotional and physical trials faced by an American couple ensnared in the lush wilderness of Colombia. At its core, the film revolves around healthcare professionals Sofia (Carolina Gaitan) and Josh (Allan Hawco), a couple grappling with the brink of divorce. This strained relationship forms the backdrop for a gripping narrative of survival and self-discovery. Sofia, a doctor, returns to her homeland after an extended absence to deliver a conference lecture. Accompanied by Josh, who experiences Bogotá for the first time, they leave their children behind in the United States. Will this journey offer them an opportunity to mend their fractured marriage, or will it lead to their literal undoing? A pivotal twist unfolds during a fateful rainforest hike, where their encounter with a car thief and a subsequent gunpoint confrontation leave them trapped in a pit ...