Garret Dillahunt, known for 'No Country for Old Men,' joins Michelle Hurd of 'Star Trek: Picard' and Henry Ian Cusick from 'Lost' in the psychological thriller 'Bloodwood.'
Director's Debut
The film is the feature directorial debut of Robert Menzies, who also penned the screenplay based on his novel. Worldwide sales are managed by Essential Film Group.
Plot Overview
'Bloodwood' follows Jake, portrayed by Dillahunt, as he ventures into the Amazon to confront Vargas, played by Cusick, a trafficker linked to his wife's death. The journey becomes an odyssey, accompanied by Ryan, a wildlife veterinarian with her own secrets, played by Hurd. The narrative unfolds into a hallucinatory exploration of memory and choices.
Supporting Cast and Cultural Roots
The cast includes Johnny Sanchez, Hada Vanessa Hutchinson, and Joseph Jaquinto. The film receives support from the Ayahuasca Foundation and Camino Verde, with development informed by Shipibo traditions, focusing on cultural authenticity.
Production Team
'Bloodwood' is produced by Menzies, Anjul Nigam, Jordan Gianneschi, and Jacob Rice of J2 Productions, Carmelo Chimera, and Lisanne Marks Canty. Executive producers include James Norrie, Syed Ali Saeed, Sanchez, Brian Landever, and Jaquinto.
Director's Vision
Menzies, who has previously produced directorial debuts like Osgood Perkins' 'Longlegs' and Jon Watts' 'Clown,' expresses excitement for his own debut, saying, “I envisioned a modern 'Heart of Darkness.'”
Representatives for the lead actors include Independent Artist Group (IAG) and D2 Management for Dillahunt, IAG and TMT Entertainment for Hurd, and Buchwald and Luber Roklin Entertainment for Cusick.
Source: https://variety.com/2026/film/global/garrett-dillahunt-michelle-hurd-henry-ian-cusick-bloodwood-1236745670/
