Salma Hayek is on a quest for revenge.
The first trailer for Without Blood has been released, showcasing Hayek’s search for vengeance in a film by Angelina Jolie based on a bestselling novel. Filmed in 2022 and first released at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2024, Without Blood tells the story of Nina (Hayek), a woman on a quest for revenge after her family is killed during a conflict when she was a child. Specifically, she’s set her sights on Tito (Demián Bichir), a man who, when he was a young boy, allowed her to stay hidden while the rest of her family was killed.
Now, Brainstorm Media has released the first trailer for Without Blood, revealing what to expect from Jolie and Hayek’s new movie. In the trailer, Hayek’s Nina can be seen confronting Bichir’s Tito in a public location, monologuing about the past and what led her to this point. In particular, she discusses the conflict her family was killed in, not just through her perspective as a girl, but also as a young woman, watching violence unfold across her life. She blames Tito for it, and all he can do is apologize for what she’s been through. Check out the full trailer below:
In addition, the movie is based on a bestselling novel of the same name by Alessandro Baricco, originally published in Italian in 2002. The trailer lays the groundwork for a very similar story set to unfold, with Hayek’s Nina and the life she led after the death of her family being a crucial point for the story. Alongside her and Bichir, other stars include Angelica Pisilli, Karolay Fernandez, Ariel Perez Lima, Patricio Jose, Juan Minujín, Maddox Chivan Jolie-Pitt, and Pax Thien Jolie-Pitt. The movie is set for theatrical release on September 18, 2026.
Unfortunately, despite having so much star power behind it, Without Blood reviews haven’t been the most positive. According to Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds a 36% from critics based on 13 reviews, showcasing mostly unfavorable reactions to the movie. Although it has some clear stars both behind and in front of the camera, it didn’t do much to impress critics at TIFF. However, this score is apt to change as it debuts to a wider audience, meaning there’s still hope for a more positive reception overall.
The tragic, generational approach to Without Blood emphasizes just how big the premise stretches, showcasing the pain Nina’s been through while also emphasizing Tito’s role. Hayek and Bichir seem poised to give strong performances, but the real tell will be if Jolie’s directing and script manage to snag a more positive reception from audiences upon release.
