Writer-director Angelina Jolie has released the official trailer for her upcoming war and period drama, "Without Blood" [1].
The film marks a significant return to the director's chair for Jolie and brings a high-profile adaptation of Alessandro Baricco’s acclaimed novel to the big screen [1, 4].
Starring Salma Hayek Pinault and Demián Bichir, the movie is a period piece focused on the aftermath of conflict. The trailer, which was posted to the Entertainment Tonight YouTube channel, provides the first detailed look at the production's visual style and narrative tone [1, 3].
The project is slated for a nationwide theatrical release in the U.S. this month. While sources differ on the exact date, reports indicate the film will debut either Sept. 16 [3] or Sept. 18, 2026 [2].
Jolie's direction of the piece follows her history of exploring complex human emotions in war-torn settings. The adaptation of Baricco's work aims to translate the novel's specific atmosphere into a cinematic experience for a global audience [4].
Industry observers are noting the pairing of Jolie's directorial vision with the acting caliber of Hayek Pinault and Bichir. The film arrives during a competitive window for prestige dramas as the industry moves toward the autumn awards season [4].
“"Without Blood" is adapted from Alessandro Baricco’s acclaimed novel.”
The release of 'Without Blood' signals Angelina Jolie's continued commitment to auteur-driven cinema and literary adaptations. By choosing a period war drama, Jolie positions herself within the prestige film circuit, potentially targeting critical acclaim and festival visibility ahead of the year-end awards cycle.
