{"title":"Against Nature: Axel Bertha’s Debut Film Questions Progress and Nature at Karlovy Vary","excerpt":"Mexican filmmaker Axel Bertha’s first feature, "Against Nature", premieres in the Proxima competition at the 60th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival. The hypnotic drama follows stonemason Jonás as he returns to the countryside, confronting humanity’s darker impulses and the tension between technological advancement and the natural world.","body_html":"<h2>A New Mexican Voice Takes the Stage<\/h2>n<p>Mexican writer\u2011director Axel Bertha is stepping onto the international arena with his debut feature, <em>Against Nature<\/em>. The film’s world premiere is scheduled for Thursday, July 9, 2026, in the Proxima competition program of the 60th edition of the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival (KVIFF). The trailer, released by Hollywood Reporter, already hints at a cinematic experience that blends haunting imagery with a deep philosophical inquiry.<\/p>nn<h2>The Film’s Premise: Progress vs. Nature<\/h2>n<p>At its core, <em>Against Nature<\/em> poses a simple yet profound question: Is human progress pulling us away from the natural world, or is it drawing us closer? Bertha’s narrative is built around this tension, using the rural setting and the protagonist’s occupation as a stonemason to explore the darker facets of humanity. The film does not offer easy answers; instead, it invites viewers to reflect on the cost of technological advancement and the erosion of our connection to the earth.<\/p>nn<h2>Jonás: The Silent Protagonist<\/h2>n<p>The story follows Jonás, a man who has spent many years away from his hometown. Returning to the countryside, he takes up work as a stonemason, a role that places him in direct contact<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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