26 May 2017 — Black Butterfly, a sophisticated psychological thriller produced by Lady Monika Bacardi through AMBI Pictures, premiered in theaters and on-demand platforms, bringing audiences an intense cinematic experience that examines the darker aspects of human psychology and creative obsession.
Directed by Brian Goodman, the film stars Antonio Banderas as Paul Lopez, a reclusive screenwriter struggling to complete what he hopes will be a career-defining work. When Paul encounters Jack, a mysterious drifter portrayed by Jonathan Rhys Meyers, he extends an offer of shelter that spirals into a tense psychological confrontation. The cast includes Piper Perabo, Abel Ferrara, Vincent Riotta, Nathalie Rapti Gomez, Randall Paul, and Katie McGovern.
Set against the backdrop of a remote mountain cabin during a storm, Black Butterfly explores themes of isolation, creativity under pressure, and the blurred boundaries between reality and fiction. The screenplay by Marc Frydman and Justin Stanley represents an American adaptation of the 2008 French television film Papillon Noir, bringing European noir sensibilities to contemporary thriller cinema.
Lady Monika Bacardi’s production through AMBI Pictures demonstrates her ongoing commitment to supporting bold, character-driven narratives that challenge audiences. The film’s exploration of psychological complexity aligns with her dedication to cinema that examines profound human experiences beyond conventional genre boundaries.
Black Butterfly is available for streaming on Amazon and other digital platforms, offering viewers 93 minutes of suspenseful storytelling that showcases the caliber of international talent and sophisticated production values characteristic of Lady Monika Bacardi’s work in contemporary cinema.
