Quicksand

Quicksand

Year: 2023

Runtime: 86 min

Language: English

Director: Andres Beltran

Echo Score: 52
Thriller

Trapped in the Colombian rainforest, a struggling American couple finds their already fragile marriage pushed to the breaking point. A violent storm plunges them into a perilous pit of quicksand, forcing them to confront their relationship issues while battling the dangerous environment. As they fight for survival, a venomous snake adds another layer of threat to their desperate situation.

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1

Josh and Sofia arrive in Colombia

Josh and Sofia travel to Colombia at the request of their old friend Marcos, intending to do some lecturing and explore the country. They leave behind their two young children to undertake this work trip, but they are secretly separated, which creates an awkward situation for everyone. The couple's arrival sets the stage for the subsequent events and tensions.

Colombia
2

Dinner with Marcos and the hike invitation

Marcos invites Josh and Sofia to a dinner where he plans to show them around Colombia. Sofia considers declining the hike due to her strained relationship with Josh, but after some thought, she decides to go alone to visit Cascada La Chorrera, signaling her desire for independence. The dinner and the invite introduce the potential adventure and impending conflict.

Marcos's place
3

Josh reveals their separation

During the dinner, Josh officially tells Marcos that he and Sofia have been split up for some time. This revelation explains the awkwardness and unspoken tension and influences their interactions moving forward. It also highlights the underlying emotional issues between the couple.

Marcos's place
4

Sofia decides to go on the hike alone

After Sofia leaves dinner early, she decides to pursue her desire to see Cascada La Chorrera. Her choice signifies her attempt to regain a sense of independence and personal interest despite her strained relationship with Josh. It marks the beginning of their solo and joint adventures in the wilderness.

Hotel room, Colombia
5

Couple sets out for the hike without Marcos

Josh and Sofia agree to go on the hike together, despite initial advice to avoid dangerous routes like 'Las Arenas' due to snake infestations. They leave the hotel, embarking on an adventure that quickly turns perilous, highlighting their poor decision-making and the fragile state of their relationship.

Start of the hike
6

Encounter with the hunter and danger in the woods

While hiking, Josh and Sofia encounter a suspicious man following them and a dead hunter, hinting at danger in the area. Their attempt to return is thwarted as the hunter confronts them with a gun, leading to a violent altercation and their decision to escape into Las Arenas. This marks the beginning of their fight for survival.

In the woods near Las Arenas
7

Sofia gets trapped in quicksand and Josh rescues her

Sofia slips into quicksand after hitting her head on a branch, and Josh struggles to save her. He finally pulls her out, but she sinks again, forcing Josh to jump in to rescue her. This moment emphasizes their dependency on each other amid a life-threatening situation.

Las Arenas
8

Discovery of the hunter’s body and snake attack

The couple finds the decomposed body of the hunter, and Sofia confronts her fear of snakes when she discovers a snake egg in the sand. The snake eventually bites Josh, and Sofia uses her medical skills to treat his venom poisoning, intensifying their peril and highlighting Sofia’s resourcefulness.

Las Arenas
9

Josh’s condition worsens, Marcos intervenes

Josh’s venom poisoning causes his health to decline rapidly, triggering Marcos to realize something is wrong after noticing Josh’s backpack in the hunter’s possession. Marcos creates a distraction, and the couple’s situation becomes increasingly desperate as they struggle to find help and escape.

In the forest and hotel
10

Sofia faces her fears and kills the snake

In a critical moment, Sofia uses the hunter’s binoculars and gun to locate and confront the snake, ultimately killing it with the last bullet to prevent further danger. She tries to use the snake to extend a lasso to rescue Josh from the quicksand, symbolizing her resilience and quick thinking amid chaos.

Las Arenas
11

Rescue and recovery

Sofia successfully pulls herself out of the quicksand using the snake-lasso, while Josh becomes weaker and unconscious. She leaves to find help, demonstrating her strength and determination. Marcos and the rescue team arrive, managing to save both Josh and Sofia in a tense and emotional climax.

Las Arenas, Colombia
12

Climax and ending

In the final moments, Sofia gets Josh to the hospital, and they are reunited with a sense of relief and hope. Sofia kisses Josh as they are taken away in the ambulance, ending their ordeal on a hopeful note and hinting at possible reconciliation after the harrowing experience.

Hospital, Colombia

Last Updated: August 19, 2025 at 05:13

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