“Without Blood” is an upcoming war drama based on Alessandro Baricco’s novel of the same title. Angelina Jolie directs, writes, and co-produces the picture, which features Salma Hayek, Demián Bichir, and Juan Minujín.
“Without Blood” will have its world premiere on September 8, 2024, at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), where Jolie will be recognized with the TIFF Tribute Award for Impact Media, which recognizes her contributions to cinema that address social justice and humanitarian themes.
What’s “Without Blood” About?
The film is set in the haunting aftermath of a brutal fight and explores topics such as violence, trauma, and revenge. The story revolves around Nina (Salma Hayek), who witnessed her father’s horrible death as a youngster and, decades later, embarks on a journey of healing and retribution. Demián Bichir has an important role, most likely as one of the guys involved in Nina’s previous tragedy. The plot unfolds like a parable, depicting the profound scars left by war and the effort for reconciliation amid suffering and loss.
Release Date and Cast Details
“Without Blood” will have its premiere at TIFF on September 8, 2024, as part of the Special Presentations section.
The film stars Salma Hayek, Demián Bichir, Juan Minujín, Andrés Delgado, Jorge Antonio Guerrero, Alfredo Herrera, and Nika Perrone. The film’s cinematography, by Seamus McGarvey, promises to provide a visually appealing picture of its emotional narrative.
Jolie’s most recent film is her first directorial production since 2017’s “First They Killed My Father,” and her return to TIFF demonstrates her continued dedication to socially relevant storytelling.
Credits:
Directed by Angelina Jolie
Screenplay by Angelina Jolie
Based on ‘Without Blood’ by Alessandro Baricco
Starring: Salma Hayek, Demián Bichir, Juan Minujin, Andrés Delgado, Jorge Antonio Guerrero, Alfredo Herrera, Nika Perrone.
Cinematography: Seamus McGarvey
Release date: September 8, 2024 (TIFF)
