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Uruguay Vet's Dark Descent: 2002 Crisis Fuels Crime
10 Aug
Summary
- Film explores a veterinarian's descent into crime during Uruguay's 2002 economic crisis.
- Acquisition deal secured after screening at Locarno's First Look initiative.
- Post-production is slated for completion by the end of 2026.
José Dell'Acqua's Uruguayan crime thriller "Maltrato Animal" will be distributed worldwide following a deal with Latin Quarter Distribution. The film vividly portrays the struggles of a veterinarian in Montevideo who becomes entangled in illegal breeding and pharmaceutical peddling to cope with Uruguay's severe 2002 economic crisis.
Screened at Locarno's First Look, the film delves into a generation shaped by this pivotal historical moment. Production spanned four years, with the project supporting emerging Uruguayan talent in key creative roles.
Dell'Acqua stated the film revisits those who grew up during the 2002 crisis, intentionally blurring fiction and reality over eight years of development. He expressed excitement about the partnership with Latin Quarter Distribution to bring the film to a wider audience.
Latin Quarter Distribution highlighted their search for distinctive voices in Latin American cinema, recognizing "Maltrato Animal" as a standout. Post-production is anticipated to conclude by the end of 2026, marking a significant milestone for this deeply personal project.
