Rust is a coming-of-age drama directed by Aly Muritiba, set in a small town in southern Brazil. Tati and Renet are both teenagers who are immersed in the world of technology and social media, but find solace in each other's company. As they grow closer during a school trip, they begin to realize they have feelings for each other.
However, their budding romance is cut short when Tati is found dead after a party. The apparent suicide shocks the community and devastates Renet, who is left to grapple with his own feelings of guilt and grief. As he tries to piece together what happened to Tati, he discovers a dark web of secrets and lies that threaten to tear his world apart.
The film is a poignant reflection on the impact of technology on modern relationships, and the ways in which social media can both connect and isolate us. It also explores themes of identity, sexuality, and the pressures of growing up, with a nuanced and sensitive approach to its young protagonists. With strong performances from its cast and a haunting score, Rust is a moving and thought-provoking film that stays with you long after the credits roll.