The film was shot in two major locations in Argentina — the picturesque Patagonian city of San Carlos de Bariloche and the bustling capital Buenos Aires. Based on the novel of the same name by Harlan Coben, the series (original title «Atrapados») follows a journalist investigating the mysterious disappearance of a 16-year-old girl named Martina. The production fully utilizes the stunning alpine nature of Bariloche, located at the foot of the Andes on the shores of Lake Nahuel Huapi, combining it with the urban grandeur of Buenos Aires landmarks such as the Teatro Colón and the Benčić building. The contrast between the remote Patagonian town and the capital — separated by approximately 1550 km — gives the series a special visual scope. The filming used real police stations, schools, cemeteries, hotels, and historic buildings to maintain authenticity throughout.

Filming Locations:

National Parks Mobility Administration Building

In the Film

Scene where wide shots of Bariloche appear at the beginning of the series, introducing the viewer to the picturesque Patagonian city where most of the story takes place. The building is shown as part of the visual introduction and immediately ties the action to the real geography of the region thanks to its characteristic 1930s architecture.

In Reality

The scene was filmed in Bariloche, a well-known local landmark built in 1936 and serving as the office of Movilidad de Parques Nacionales. It is a recognizable example of Patagonian architecture in central San Carlos de Bariloche, and in the series it appears among the general shots that set the atmosphere of the city at the beginning of the story.

High School in the Belgrano District

In the Film

Scene where the school attended by the series' characters, although according to the plot it is located in Bariloche. The old educational complex in Belgrano was chosen for its convincing school atmosphere and historic architecture, and it plausibly portrays a Patagonian educational institution despite the distance of almost 1550 km.

In Reality

The scene was filmed in the Belgrano district of Buenos Aires, part of the old educational complex. Although the story takes place in Bariloche, this school in Buenos Aires was used for the school scenes, taking advantage of its period architecture and strict institutional appearance. Belgrano is a well-known residential and cultural district in northern Buenos Aires.

Bridge over Lake Moreno

In the Film

Scene where the bridge over Lake Moreno is shown several times in the series as a recurring location, emphasizing the remote and impressive natural environment around Bariloche. The lake and bridge serve as transitional shots, connecting different storylines set in Patagonia.

In Reality

The scene was filmed in Bariloche, the bridge that crosses Lake Moreno, about 20 km northwest of the city center. Lake Moreno is a scenic glacial lake popular for swimming, kayaking, and fishing. The bridge and its surrounding landscape are shown repeatedly in the series, becoming a recurring visual motif that highlights the beauty of the Patagonian lake district.