Thriller ‘Jackknife’ Opens on Digital, VOD April 29
A fun afternoon of fishing turns frightening when a young black brother and sister are attacked in the woods by a drifter. While fighting him off, the brother accidentally kills their would-be molester with a jackknife.
Directed by: Adam Jack
Starring: Tivon Charles, Payton Mills, Erica Sherwood, Douglas Vermeeren, Thain Wesley
Written by: Adam Jack
Rating: NR
Running time: NA minutes
Genre: Thgriller
Streaming: April 29
Theatrical Release: March 3, 2024
Country: Canada
Studio: Breaking Glass Pictures
Follows a young Black brother and sister whose peaceful afternoon of fishing takes a terrifying turn when they are attacked in the woods by a drifter. In a desperate struggle to defend themselves, the brother fatally wounds their assailant with a jackknife—setting off a chain of events that will change their lives forever.
Jackknife has received widespread recognition for its powerful storytelling and compelling performances, earning numerous accolades, including:
Beyond Hollywood International Film Festival – Best Feature
Indo French International Film Festival – Best International Feature
Green Jack International Film Festival – Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Feature, Best Director
Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival – Best Canadian Feature, Best Youth Actors
Swedish International Film Festival – Best International Feature
AltFF Alternative Film Festival – Best Drama, Best Thriller, Best Screenplay
Crown Point International Film Festival – Best Thriller, Best Actor
