Against Nature

Against Nature is a drama about a quiet man named Jonás who returns to a rural area after a long absence to work as a stonemason. In a harsh environment, he encounters an intangible force that connects the physical world, human bodies, and time. The story explores the boundary between the spiritual and the material, focusing on a protagonist whose mysterious personality is shaped by both the sacred and the darker aspects of human existence.

The film was written and directed by Axel Bertha, who also served as a producer alongside Fernanda de la Peza and Itzel Sierra. It is a joint production between Mexico and the United States, involving the companies Love Song, Domme Cinema, and The Lift. The cast features Jonathan Zárate in the lead role as Jonás, with supporting performances by Esmeralda Gaytan, Norberto Gaytan, Demetrio Navarro Puente, Marina Ruby Reyna Corpus, and Rafael Navarro Romo. The movie has a runtime of 88 minutes and was released on July 9, 2026.