Angelina Jolie’s fifth feature as a director, the revenge drama Without Blood, debuted a couple of years ago at TIFF. There hasn’t been a ton of buzz for the film led by Salma Hayek and Demián Bichir, but that could change today. Brainstorm Media has released the first trailer ahead of the film hitting theaters next month.
Written, directed, and produced by Jolie, Without Blood is an adaptation of Allesandro Boricco’s bestselling novel. A revenge fable set in the early 20th century, the story follows the aftermath of an unidentified conflict in a farmhouse deep in the Italian countryside. Hayek’s character, Nina, is attempting to find the person she holds responsible for the death of her family. The footage shows a shift in perspective, exploring the past as Nina walks down memory lane to find the truth.
Argentine actor Juan Minujin is also in the cast. Jolie’s sons Maddox and Pax reportedly have small roles, as well.
SYNOPSIS: Written, directed, and produced by Angelina Jolie, Without Blood is based on the acclaimed international bestselling novel by renowned Italian writer Alessandro Baricco. An unforgettable saga set in the aftermath of an unidentified conflict, it explores universal truths about war, trauma, memory, and healing.
Without Blood opens in theaters on September 18th.
