The story centers on the riverboat "Queen" (or "Tucano"), captained by . As the boat travels upriver to visit indigenous villages, two criminals— Machado and Silva —pose as passengers to locate a fortune lost in a plane crash. The tension escalates as the tourists are taken hostage, forcing them to use their ingenuity to survive against both the criminals and the unforgiving jungle environment. Main Cast and Characters Role Description Carly Diamond Stone Jackie Santos The ship's captain facing financial struggles. Nick Dreselly Thomas Flynn McIntyre Jackie’s first mate and ex-husband. Massi Furlan The primary antagonist/criminal leader. Carson Grant Francisco Santos Jackie’s estranged father and former boat owner. Vicky Dawson Maggie Chambers A passenger attempting to reconnect with her daughter. Cristina Encarnacion Leilah Chambers Maggie’s adult daughter. Critical Reception

Entirely on location along the Rio Negro near Manaus, Brazil , during the October 2020 COVID-19 pandemic. Plot Summary

(also known as Amazon Queen ) is a 2021 independent adventure-thriller directed by Marlin Darrah . The film follows a group of tourists on an idyllic riverboat cruise through the Amazon Rainforest whose dream vacation turns into a hostage situation after thieves hijack the boat to search for a lost treasure. Core Film Information Release Date: October 12, 2021 (Streaming). Director: Marlin Darrah.

Reviewers frequently praise the cinematography and high-quality drone shots of the Amazon Rainforest and its wildlife.

Marlin Darrah, Rick Cullis, and Richard Lasser. Runtime: Approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes.

Some critics noted a jarring shift in tone from a "family-friendly" adventure to a darker thriller involving intense violence and a controversial assault scene. Where to Watch The film is available on several digital platforms: Amazon Queen (2021) - Plot - IMDb

Reception of the film is mixed, often highlighting its status as a low-budget independent production: